Lifespan Respite Care programs work to improve the delivery and quality of respite services available through the following objectives: Expand and enhance respite services in the states; Improve coordination and dissemination of respite services; Streamline access to programs; Fill gaps in service where necessary; and improve the overall quality of the respite services currently available.
The Lifespan Respite Care Program was authorized by Congress in 2006 under Title XXIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C 201). Lifespan Respite Care programs are coordinated systems of accessible, community-based respite care services for family caregivers of children and adults of all ages with special needs. Such programs reduce duplication of effort and assist in the development of respite care infrastructures at the state and local levels.
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