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State Respite Care Program
A reimbursement program for those caring for someone with Alzheimer's or related dementia.
What does this program cover?
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Allows family caregivers to submit up to $5,303 in respite expenses per fiscal year. Depending on eligibility some could qualify for a co-pay waiver.
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Can help with the cost of temporary overnight care at an assisted living or nursing facility
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Can reimburse for home modifications needed to promote independent living up to $2,000
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Can reimburse for assistive devices and technology including generators, shower grab bars, iPads, doorbell cameras, medical alert systems, wheelchairs, electric lift recliners, and new this year to the program, stand-alone air conditioners
Do you qualify?
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Are you an unpaid caregiver providing care to an individual 60 years of age or older with Alzheimer's Disease or related dementia?
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Care recipients' liquid assets (bank accounts, CD's, money market accounts, IRA, etc.) do not exceed $50,000 for one person, or $75,000 for a couple. Home, land, or vehicles are not included in liquid assets.
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Must not be receiving assistance from other state-subsidized programs
Contact our Family Caregiver Specialists today to see if you qualify!
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