Yes.
In Kentucky, family caregivers can get respite through two programs on record: Non-Specialized and Specialized Respite Care and National Family Caregiver Support Program.
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Respite program
Non-Specialized and Specialized Respite Care
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Who qualifies
People on the Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver: age 65 or older and/or with a physical disability, meeting nursing facility requirements and Medicaid's financial qualifications. The waiver's services include Non-Specialized and Specialized Respite Care.
HCB participants can choose to have their non-medical, non-residential services delivered by a traditional provider agency, by employees they hire themselves (Participant Directed Services), or a combination of both.
How to apply is the only part of this program on record so far. It is in How to apply below.
How to apply
Non-Specialized and Specialized Respite Care
How to apply
Apply for the HCB waiver: first get financial eligibility for Medicaid through kynect, the Department for Community Based Services at (855) 306-8959, or a DCBS office, then apply for HCB waiver services through kynect or in person at an Aging and Disability Resource Center or a Community Mental Health Center.
Call the Family Caregiver Support Program. It offers information and help with resources, counseling, support groups, training, respite for caregivers, and funding to help with personal care needs and supplies.
