Respite provides relief to people who are caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Time away from caregiving responsibilities is essential to the well-being of caregivers. Respite care helps to reduce stress and improve the quality of care provided by caregivers.
The Greater Michigan Chapter has Respite Care Scholarships available* in some of our areas that may be used to cover for the cost of:
- Adult Day Programs
- In-Home Care
- Overnight Care
| Counties with Respite Care Scholarships available for eligible residents |
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Central Michigan
Bay, Gladwin and Midland
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Metro Detroit
Huron, Macomb, Oakland, Sanilac, St.Clair and Wayne |
Upper Peninsula
Alger, Baraga, Chippewa, Delta, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, Luce, Mackinac, Marquette, Menominee, Ontonagon and Schoolcraft |
To learn more or inquire about your eligibility for respite assistance please call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900, email us at helplinegmc@alz.org.
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Eligibility requirements may apply.