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The ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center

The mission of the ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center is to provide assistance and promote the development of high-quality respite and crisis care programs. Additionally, it aids families in locating respite and crisis care services within their local communities. The center also serves as a staunch advocate for respite care in all spheres of discussion.

The ARCH National Respite Network comprises various components, including the National Respite Locator, a valuable service designed to help caregivers and professionals find respite services in their communities. Additionally, it includes the National Respite Coalition, an advocacy service dedicated to preserving and advancing respite care in national, state, and local policies and programs. Lifespan Respite Technical Assistance Center, funded by the Administration for Community Living within the US Department of Health and Human Services, is another integral part of this network.

Understanding Respite Care

Respite care encompasses planned or emergency caregiving provided to individuals with special needs, be they children or adults. Its primary aim is to offer temporary relief to family caregivers who tirelessly care for these individuals. For comprehensive information on how to access and select respite care, click here for the ABCs of Respite.

Lifespan Respite Care for Families

The Lifespan Respite Care Act (PL 109-442), defines Lifespan Respite as "coordinated systems of community-based respite for family caregivers of children or adults, regardless of their special needs." To gain a comprehensive understanding of the Lifespan Respite program, access the resource here.

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To find respite in your community, please click here.

Are you a state agency or coalition responding to a Lifespan Respite Funding Announcement? click here.

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Preparing Your Response to a Federal Lifespan Respite Grant Announcement?

As you gear up to respond to a Lifespan Respite Funding Announcement issued by the Administration for Community Living, consider these valuable ARCH resources to assist you in the process:

Introduction to Lifespan Respite “101”

This resource offers insights into gathering information for the application's required components. It also provides guidance on identifying other federal sources of respite funding, helping you establish connections with state agencies for support and collaboration. Furthermore, it offers summaries of the activities of current Lifespan Respite grantees, including Integration and Sustainability initiatives, and delves into the roles played by State Respite Coalitions and ADRC partners. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the Lifespan Respite program, access the resource here.

State Developed Lifespan Respite Tools

This resource is a treasure trove of tools that can aid you in various aspects of your grant proposal. It includes tools for conducting needs assessments and environmental scans, measuring performance, assessing caregivers for respite needs, providing guidance on respite vouchers, offering examples of respite registries, presenting job descriptions, public awareness materials, and much more. Access these valuable tools here.

Archived Lifespan Respite Funding Opportunity Announcements from ACL

Sustainability Toolkit for Lifespan Respite Programs

Performance Measurement for Lifespan Respite Programs

For even more comprehensive information and assistance, please visit the Lifespan Respite Technical Assistance Center here.

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