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North Carolina Lifespan Respite Project

The North Carolina Lifespan Respite Care Program is an application-based program that reimburses eligible family caregivers caring for individuals of any age for up to $500 in respite care services in a calendar year. Funding is limited, and applications are accepted only when funds are available. Learn more and apply

Lifespan Respite is no longer accepting voucher applications for this fiscal year.  In the event of a caregiver emergency situation prior to July, contact Pat Guarnieri at 828-265-5434 ext. 139 to see if any options might be available.  Please check our website in mid-July to determine when we expect to begin accepting new applications again!

The High Country Area Agency on Aging is the central hub for resources and support for older adults in the North Carolina High Country. Through our direct services and provider network, we offer home and community based solutions, family caregiver support, a long-term care ombudsman, advocacy, and health promotion and disease prevention classes.