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Oregon Lifespan Respite Care Program
How can this program help me?
This program can help you if you are a caregiver who needs support and respite (a break) from daily caregiving. It provides support services such as:
- Companion care: Hire someone to stay with the person you are caring for.
- Homemakers and home health aides: Get help with light housekeeping duties such as laundry, shopping, and running errands.
- Adult day health services: The person you are caring for can go to a center to participate in social activities and get health care services.
- Private-duty nursing services: Get help with basic, health-related tasks such as giving medications to the person you care for.
How do I get help?
To find out how to apply for this program, contact your local office.
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Start Enrollment or Ask Questions
A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.

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