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Lifespan Respite Care

What is the problem?

Parents and other caregivers need a break from caring for their children with severe disabilites but have trouble finding trained respite care providers or paying for respite services.

How can it be fixed?

Increase funding by $1.5 million for the Lifespan Respite Care Program to train providers and expand respite care.

Resources

• DAWN Lifespan Respite Care
  

1. Introduction
2. Adults Waiting for Services
3. Community Living and Institutions
4. Direct Service Workers
5. Dental Care
6. Election Reform
7. Employment
8. Lifespan Respite Care
9. Long Term Care System
10. Mental Health Services
11. Prescription Drugs
12. Services for Children and Families
13. Special Education
14. Transportation
15. WrapAround Programs