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South Dakota Respite Care Program
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This program provides help to you if you are caring for an older adult or someone with a disability and you need to take a break from caregiving. The person you are caring for can also get services. You can take part in this program if you are caring for a person (age 18 or older) who needs supervision or assistance with basic daily needs and has limited income and resources.
About this program
How can this program help me?
This program provides help to you if you are caring for an older adult or someone with a disability and you need to take a break from caregiving. The person you are caring for can also get services such as:
- Companionship to reduce social isolation.
- Homemakers and home health aides to lend a hand with housework, laundry, shopping, and running errands.
- Adult day health services that take place outside the home and include social activities and health care services.
How do I get help?
To find out how to apply for this program, contact your local Area Agency on Aging.
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Populations served
Informational only — official eligibility is determined by the administering agency.
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