What is respite?
- According to the National Institute on Aging, respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends.
Caregiver resources
- The Colorado Respite Coalition provides information, resources, and referrals to caregivers and families.
- The Colorado Department of Human Services offers a National Family Caregiver Support Program to caregivers providing support to older adults, as well as grandparents over the age of 60 raising grandchildren.
- The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging provides information and services for older adults, caregivers, and people living with disabilities.
- The National Alliance for Caregiving focuses on advancing family caregiving through research, innovation, and advocacy.