As a caregiver, you are allowed to take breaks! Respite is the care of your loved one by another person, letting you take a break. Respite can be provided by a friend, neighbor, a day center, or a home care agency.


The Arizona Caregiver Coalition (ACC) administers the Lifespan Respite grant in partnership with the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES). Funding comes from the Administration for Community Living (ACL). The respite program is at no cost to family caregivers who do not receive respite from other federal or state programs.
Please note, your application will not be processed until we have received all corresponding documents.
Documentos requeridos para todos nuestros programas:
Tenga en cuenta que su solicitud no se procesará hasta que hayamos recibido todos los documentos correspondientes.
The Arizona Caregiver Coalition (ACC) collaborates with Adult Day Health Centers and Social Model Day Clubs to provide a safe place for your loved one while you (the caregiver) enjoy a break from caregiving. ACC pays the day center on your behalf up to 150 hours per year.
You arrange for respite, usually in your own home. You can hire an agency, or you can ask a trusted friend or neighbor to come and stay with your family member. You pay them, then you send us the receipt and timesheet and we reimburse you.
Caring for a loved one is a significant responsibility, and unexpected situations can arise that require immediate attention. Emergency Respite is designed to give you financial peace of mind during elevated circumstances such as injury, illness, or hospitalization. Let the Arizona Caregiver Coalition help you plan ahead, so your loved one is safe even when you can’t be there.

