Programs and Services

Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network

Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network (Alabama Respite) is a statewide project of UCP of Huntsville. The Network maintains a directory of available respite services in all 67 counties of Alabama. Information about these services can be found on the Alabama Respite Web site or by calling toll-free 1-866-737-8252.

The Alabama Respite project manager is available to groups and organizations to present information on the importance for caregivers to use respite and take care of themselves so that they may better care for their loved ones with disability or illness. Alabama Respite works with community groups, churches organizations and agencies to develop new sources for respite

For more information, please contact:

Linda Lamberth, Project Manager
Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network
1521 East 9th Street
Anniston, Alabama 36207
256-237-3683
256-237-5251 FAX

Respite vouchers available

UCP/MR provides funding for respite care (a temporary, short-term relief for caregivers) to parents/guardians of: (1) children age birth to 19 who have a diagnosis of mental retardation (MR) or developmental delay with high incidence of MR, and (2) adults age 19 and above with a diagnosis of mental retardation. Voucher respite is designed to allow families to choose their own respite providers, offering flexibility of when, where, and how much respite is provided. Respite funds may not be used for household expenses or daycare.

Download Procedures information, Application, and Demographic Survey forms for complete details.

This respite service is offered statewide to those who qualify. Please call 256-852-5600 or 1-800-225-2012 if you have any questions about eligibility.

Important News!

Take the survey for Family Caregivers today!

Take the survey for Respite Service Providers today!

What are respite services for caregivers?

Respite is temporary relief for caregivers of individuals of all ages with disabilities or chronic illnesses who live at home. Respite can occur in the family home or in a variety of out-of-home settings. Respite reduces family stress, supports family stability, and prevents lengthy and costly out-of-home placements and risk of abuse and neglect.

What is the purpose of this survey?

Alabama Department of Senior Services recently received a federal award to plan and implement respite services for family caregivers of individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses. A first step was forming a statewide coalition of state and private agencies. The next step is to gather information about available resources and unmet needs. Senior Services contracted with UAB to conduct this survey. This is NOT an experimental or clinical study.

Why should I participate?

Your participation is important to help us plan for respite services for family caregivers. A decision whether to participate in the survey will not affect eligibility to receive agency assistance. Your responses are private. Group data will be reported in a summary document.

Take the survey for Family Caregivers today!

Take the survey for Respite Service Providers today!

For more information about Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network, please contact UCP at (256) 237-3683 or send an e-mail.

http://www.alabamarespite.org
Updated: 04/29/2010