Pennsylvania Statutes Title 71 P.S. State Government § 1200.22. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this act shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Advisory committee.”The Alzheimer's, Dementia and Related Disorders Advisory Committee established under section 4.  1

“Alzheimer's, dementia and related disorders.”An irreversible and progressive neurological disorder diagnosed by a physician that has all of the following characteristics:

(1) The disorder causes cognitive decline and memory impairment, behavioral and psychiatric problems and loss of the ability to care for oneself.

(2) The disorder is severe enough to interfere with work or social activities and requires continuous care or supervision.

“Department.” The Department of Aging of the Commonwealth.

“Director.” An individual appointed by the secretary to oversee operations and responsibilities of the office.

“Office.” The Alzheimer's, Dementia and Related Disorders Office established under section 3.  2

“Secretary.” The Secretary of Aging of the Commonwealth.

“State Plan.”The Pennsylvania State Plan for Alzheimer's, Dementia and Related Disorders established pursuant to Executive Order 2013-01 or a successor State Plan established pursuant to a departmental policy or regulation.