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What is respite care?

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Short-term care that gives family caregivers a break, from a few hours to a few weeks, at home or in a facility.

Rules differ by state. This is general information, not legal or professional advice.

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Official sources

Medicare.gov: Care Comparemedicare.gov
Eldercare Locatoreldercare.acl.gov
Medicaid.gov: home and community-based servicesmedicaid.gov