The Lifespan Respite Care Program offers grants to state agencies to improve respite care services for family caregivers. There are two options: Option A for states starting or restarting their programs, and Option B for states enhancing existing programs. The goal is to support caregivers of people of all ages with various needs.
Who it's for: This grant is for state government agencies that either want to start or restart their respite care programs, or those looking to enhance and expand their existing programs.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not a state government agency
- No cost-sharing/matching funds available
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete application
What You May Need
- Proof of state government status
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan including cost-sharing/matching funds
- Collaboration plan with state respite organizations
- Past performance documentation (if applicable)
Cautions
- Cost-sharing/matching is required
- Strict deadline for application submission
- Must collaborate with state respite organizations
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are state government agencies. Option A is for states that have never received a grant or wish to restart their program. Option B is for states that have received a grant before and want to enhance their program.
Overview
This grant is for state government agencies that either want to start or restart their respite care programs, or those looking to enhance and expand their existing programs.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not a state government agency
- No cost-sharing/matching funds available
- Application submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete application
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop, enhance, or restart state respite care programs, including collaboration with state respite organizations and expanding services for caregivers.
Total Program Funding
$4,430,133
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 22, 2026(29 days)
- Archive Date
- Oct 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a state government agency
- Choose application option (A or B)
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Draft a budget plan with cost-sharing details
- Plan collaboration with state respite organizations
- Gather past performance documentation if applicable
- Submit application by July 22, 2026