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Respite Application (.pdf)
Respite Needs Information sheet (.pdf)
Physician's Statement (.pdf)

Care for Caregivers - The Respite Care Assistance Program

When you care for your loved one with Alzheimer's disease, you give a gift of love, time, and energy.

While caregiving is very rewarding, it can also create tension and exhaustion.

The Alzheimer's Association, St. Louis Chapter appreciates your role as a caregiver. We realize that withour sime time off, your mental and physical health becomes affected. This could reduce the quality of care for your loved one.

The association is available to help you identify your need for time off. We can let you know about ways to assist you in getting the time you need. The Respite Care Assistance program can help pay for care for your loved one while you get a short break.

This will allow you to do things like:

Attend your religious service
Go to the barber or beauty shop
Have lunch with a friend
Maintain your outside garden
Visit your physician
Take a long nap

The Respite Care Assistance Program is currently available in Missouri ONLY