46-171. Definitions In this article, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. " Lifespan respite care" means a coordinated system of accessible, community-based respite care services for family caregivers of children or adults with special needs. 2. " Respite care" means short-term care and supervision services that are provided to an individual to relieve the individual […]
46-172. Lifespan respite care program A. The department shall establish a lifespan respite care program. B. The lifespan respite care program shall: 1. Establish a respite program for primary caregivers of individuals who do not currently receive other publicly funded respite services. 2. Coordinate with other respite services, including services that are provided pursuant to […]
46-173. Lifespan respite care advisory committee The department shall establish a lifespan respite care advisory committee that includes family caregivers and respite care providers to advise the lifespan respite care program on respite care matters.
