AUCD Conference Respite Presentation

2017

Kim Falk
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402-550-6430

Respite: An upstream approach to keeping individuals in their homes and supporting family caregivers Family caregivers are the backbone of our long-term services and supports system (LTSS). In this session, you will learn how the state of Nebraska has multiple projects collaborating to transform the Respite systems in the state. This includes evaluating Respite within multiple programs and engaging with the business community to bring attention to their role in supporting family caregivers and keeping them in the workplace. As states look to innovate their long-term services and supports systems and control costs within their Medicaid Program, attention is needed to evaluate the role of family caregivers, their needs and the impact of respite. This session will be divided up to discuss three initiatives underway in Nebraska. These include: Evaluating Respite Programming: Through a contract with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Respite Program.

Respite Resources, Employer Engagement, Caregivers, Business Impact, Respite Awareness

Conference presentations and posters presented

Consumers/Families, Professionals, Policymakers, Students

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