Lifespan Respite Care Network

Important Public Hearing Held!

AHCCCS Considering 50% Respite Benefit Cuts!

CLICK HERE to view an article on the hearings.

AHCCCS hosted two public meetings to discuss a proposed annual reduction on June 23rd from 2-4 PM or 4-5:30 PM at the Disability Empowerment Center, located at 5025 E. Washington Street. Both meetings were full and many more came and stood outside to support the community. Be sure to fill out the AHCCCS public comment form and let Governor Brewer, along with your legislators know how this reduction will affect you, your family, or your business.

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ADVOCACY AND ACTION!

Once fully developed, this will be the place to come for review of the latest articles and discussions on advocacy issues and legislative efforts related to Lifespan Respite Care.

There is BIG NEWS right here in Arizona to talk about this month! Check out the links the below for details on the passage of a new Arizona bill and appropriation of state funds needed to create an Arizona Lifespan Repite Care Program:

Family Caregiver Alliance - Arizona - top of the list!

Valley Interfaith Project - Press Release

PDF of HB 2789 - Bill language is on pages 29 and 30 of the PDF, funding appropriation is on page 40.

Check back frequently in the coming months as this website develops!

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