Respite Coalition History and Regulations
History and Regulations
- 50 million family caregivers provide 80% of the long term care provided in the U.S.
- Valued at over $350 billion a year in uncompensated care
In December 2006, President Bush signed into law the Lifespan Respite Care Act. 
The act was signed into law to make respite more accessible and affordable to family caregivers, regardless of age or disability.
National Respite Coalition Care Act Summery (PDF)
Indiana Respite Coalition Links
