{"id":1381,"date":"2026-10-19T14:23:08","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T14:23:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/respite-care\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T12:35:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T12:35:30","slug":"respite-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/respite-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Respite care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div id='lfc-lead'  class='avia-section reslfclead-a9b7fde5433ce3f7da1030cb5fbc1eba main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  lfc-lead avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3{\npadding-bottom:5px;\nfont-size:34px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:34px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lfcresph-6318b609dd648bd468fa88fc704428b3 av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Respite care in Gilbert<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resi-46b89ca89f5a9e001832884c4d8ff0ad '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>LFC provides certified, trained staff to deliver short-term care consistent with each member&#8217;s individual needs.<\/p>\n<p>This service gives caregivers, parents, and the member&#8217;s representative a well-deserved, planned or unplanned, non-routine interval of rest \u2014 all while ensuring the Division member continues to receive consistent, uninterrupted care.<\/p>\n<p>This service may be provided in the member&#8217;s home, the provider&#8217;s home, any community site inspected and approved by the Department of Economic Security, or in an LFC home or direct staff home inspected and approved by the Department of Health or the Department of Economic Security.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-1'  class='avia-section reslfcband1-d66f5ea6745d68f432a3211295d1f567 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb1-f825aa8b9901d6f5fbcda29db446485f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Respite Care Hourly &amp; Daily<\/h2>\n<p>Respite is a short-term service that provides a trained person to supervise and care for your loved one for a period of time, so that you \u2014 the primary caregiver \u2014 can rest and recharge. The entire point of respite is the &#8220;break&#8221;: a chance to step away, run errands, attend to your own health, spend time with your other children, or simply breathe.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Respite care can be provided <strong>in your home or out in the community<\/strong>, and it&#8217;s designed to meet the person&#8217;s social, emotional, and physical needs during the respite period.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-2'  class='avia-section reslfcband2-dd774e39ef0f0bc9602c34f900a29bbe main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb2-49b4c7bd6e6138c442c0daf29f356852 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>How respite differs from attendant care<\/h2>\n<p>Attendant Care provides ongoing daily support for the individual&#8217;s personal-care needs. Respite is specifically about giving the caregiver a break, providing short-term supervision and care so you can step away.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-3'  class='avia-section reslfcband3-7cef10d2113749b32cec0d74a7e8e253 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb3-ed77fd4344b583879639dd4924f171f4 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Who it is for<\/h2>\n<p>Respite is available to individuals enrolled with DDD and approved for funding through the <strong>Arizona Long Term Care System, ALTCS<\/strong>. Like other services, it&#8217;s authorized through your <strong>Person-Centered Service Plan (PCSP)<\/strong> based on an assessment your Support Coordinator completes with your family.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re still working through the basics, see our guides on <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/03\/how-to-apply-for-ddd-arizona\/\">applying for DDD<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/what-is-altcs-ddd-arizona\/\">how ALTCS works<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-4'  class='avia-section reslfcband4-be95c8375bf5b79bc1cd289fd9be2f52 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb4-99304642437253de6c2bd5d441b10353 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>How hours are set<\/h2>\n<p>Respite is typically authorized up to an annual limit, and the amount is set through your planning process. Because these limits and the way hours are assessed can change, ask your Support Coordinator for the <strong>current respite allowance<\/strong> and how it applies to your situation. Planning your respite hours thoughtfully across the year helps you make the most of them \u2014 you might save some for a family event, a medical appointment, or a stretch when you know you&#8217;ll need extra support.<\/p>\n<p>Parents and other family members who want to know whether they can be paid for this care can read <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/family-caregivers-arizona\/\">Can I Get Paid to Take Care of My Child with a Disability in Arizona?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-5'  class='avia-section reslfcband5-c64783da1760178c0b16938824968047 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb5-53e064181e9df959557a9e236f4df1a1 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Questions families ask<\/h2>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the difference between respite and attendant care?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/what-is-attendant-care-ddd-arizona\/\">Attendant Care<\/a> provides ongoing daily support for the individual&#8217;s personal-care needs. Respite is specifically about giving the <em>caregiver<\/em> a break, providing short-term supervision and care so you can step away.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can respite be provided in my home?<\/strong> Yes. Respite can take place in your home or in the community, depending on what works best for your family and your loved one&#8217;s plan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can a family member be my respite provider?<\/strong> Often, yes \u2014 a trusted relative or friend can be hired and trained through an agency, provided they meet the requirements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How much respite will we get?<\/strong> Respite is generally subject to an annual limit set through your service plan. Because these amounts can change, confirm the current allowance with your Support Coordinator.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>You deserve a break.<\/strong> \u00a0We provide dependable respite care to Arizona families \u2014 so you can rest knowing your loved one is safe and supported. We can even help you bring on a caregiver you already trust. <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/contact-us\/\">Contact us<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n<p><em>This article is for general information and isn&#8217;t legal or medical advice. Program rules and service limits change; confirm current details with your DDD Support Coordinator or at des.az.gov.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-6'  class='avia-section reslfcband6-a53a394e306403e13463e56d02e6966e main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-13  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb6-6312ed69dc461a792c7a168668a0aa52 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>The longer guide<\/h2>\n<p>The full article is <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/04\/respite-care-arizona\/\">Respite Care in Arizona: Relief for Caregivers, Explained<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-band-7'  class='avia-section reslfcband7-59e513c80dc1b2728a266c9d8a7aa208 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-15  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  lfc-band avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resb7-ca9d260d306056422111fcf530c89f10 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Other services<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/attendant-care\/\">Attendant care<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/habilitation\/\">Habilitation<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/homemaker\/\">Homemaker<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/group-homes\/\">Group homes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>This page is for general information and isn&#8217;t legal, medical, or financial advice. DDD program rules can change; confirm current details with your DDD Support Coordinator or at <a href=\"http:\/\/des.az.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">des.az.gov<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='lfc-contact'  class='avia-section reslfccontact-8fa60d8e70cdf859aaafa1c957708965 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  lfc-contact avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section resc-b5297fb921745204fe71d944cd45a0fe '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Call (480) 899-0334, or use the <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><div id='after_section_9'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-1381'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1381","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1381","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1381"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1381\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1526,"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1381\/revisions\/1526"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1381"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}