Services and Eligibility
The Caregiver Support Program offers a short term respite program that provides assistance and support to family and other non-paid caregivers, including Respite and Supplemental Services. Services are based on eligibility and require an intake.
Limited Respite Program
- A brief period of relief for the caregiver
- Homemaking, home health aide, adult day care, and other contracted services.
Supplemental Services
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Supplies or equipment, such as briefs, transport chairs, and other options.
Who is eligible to apply?
The following specific populations of caregivers are eligible to receive services:
- Adult family members or other informal caregivers age 18 and older providing care to individuals 60 years of age and older
- Adult family members or other informal caregivers age 18 and older providing care to individuals of any age with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders
- Older relatives (not parents) age 55 and older providing care to children under the age of 18; and
- Older relatives, including parents, age 55 and older providing care to adults 18-59 with disabilities
Anyone is eligible for information and assistance, support groups and consultation.
There is no financial eligibility or fees required to participate with the Caregiver Support Program.
Call 385-468-3280 to apply for this program.
Activities
Services & Assistance
Information
Aging & Adult Services
2001 South State Street S1-600
Salt Lake City, UT 84190-4575
Phone: (385) 468-3200
