Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025
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Overview
This bill reauthorizes programs that provide respite care for family caregivers of individuals with advanced life-limiting illnesses. It expands the definition of a ‘family caregiver’ to include ‘unpaid individuals.’ The bill also extends the funding for these programs from 2020-2024 to 2025-2029, providing continued support for caregivers.
Key provisions
- Reauthorizes lifespan respite care programs.
- Expands the definition of ‘family caregiver’ to include ‘unpaid individual.’
- Extends funding for respite care programs from fiscal years 2025-2029.
Who is affected
- Family caregivers of individuals with advanced life-limiting illnesses
- Individuals with advanced life-limiting illnesses
- Healthcare providers
Notable changes
- Changes the definition of ‘family caregiver’ to include ‘unpaid individual.’
- Extends the period for which respite care programs are funded.
Fiscal impact
The bill extends existing funding for respite care programs, impacting federal healthcare spending.
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