Young-Onset Alzheimer's Support Bill
Official: BRIDGE for Young-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease Act of 2025
This bill helps people diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's by allowing them to access disability benefits and Medicare coverage immediately. It aims to reduce delays in receiving necessary support and care.
1. This bill removes waiting periods for disability benefits for people with young-onset Alzheimer's. 2. Individuals diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's can receive Medicare coverage without a waiting period. 3. The changes apply to applications for benefits filed after five months before the bill's enactment. 4. The bill aims to provide quicker access to support for those affected by this condition.
Individuals diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's and their families will benefit from this bill.