arrow_back Back to App

New Support for Family Caregivers: Integrated Respite and Assistance Services.

This bill establishes a federal grant program to expand integrated support services for individuals caring for elderly relatives or those with Alzheimer's disease. Family caregivers can receive temporary relief (respite care) in the same setting and at the same time as they access essential supportive services like training or counseling. The goal is to ease the burden on caregivers and ensure services are accessible across various languages and formats.
Key points
Grants will fund the creation of integrated centers offering simultaneous respite care for the care recipient and supportive services for the family caregiver.
Services must be accessible, including through translation for non-English speakers and the use of assistive technology.
The definition of family caregiver includes those caring for the elderly, individuals with Alzheimer's, and older relatives caring for children or people with disabilities.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4736
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2024-07-23
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Respite CARE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4736.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants will fund the creation of integrated centers offering simultaneous respite care for the care recipient and supportive services for the family caregiver.
  • Services must be accessible, including through translation for non-English speakers and the use of assistive technology.
  • The definition of family caregiver includes those caring for the elderly, individuals with Alzheimer's, and older relatives caring for children or people with disabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Health Family Benefits