According to the National Institute on Aging, respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends.
Caregiver resources
The Colorado Respite Coalition provides information, resources, and referrals to caregivers and families.
The Colorado Department of Human Services offers a National Family Caregiver Support Program to caregivers providing support to older adults, as well as grandparents over the age of 60 raising grandchildren.
