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Caregiver Respite Program
Financial help for caregiver breaks
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Canada
- Who can apply
- Unpaid, non-professional family members or significant others of an individual with a rare diagnosis
- See full eligibility
Overview
Caregiver Respite Program provides financial assistance to eligible unpaid family caregivers in the United States who need a break while caring for a loved one with a confirmed rare disease diagnosis. It supports short-term respite care so caregivers can attend a conference or event, or simply spend an afternoon or evening away from caregiving.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Unpaid, non-professional family members or significant others of an individual with a rare diagnosis
- Applicants who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States for at least six months, with evidence of residency
Eligible expenses
- Hiring a short-term respite caregiver
Activities funded
- Taking a break from caregiving to attend a conference, event, or spend an afternoon or evening away
How to apply
- Contact a Patient Services Representative at 203.616.4328 or by email to begin the application
- Be prepared to provide the caregiver’s name, phone, email, and address; the loved one’s name, address, and date of birth; and the physician’s name and contact information
Selection criteria
- Awards are granted on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible individuals
Additional information
- There is no fee to apply
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Caregiver Respite Program Program
What is the Caregiver Respite Program?
Caregiver Respite Program provides financial assistance to eligible unpaid family caregivers in the United States who need a break while caring for a loved one with a confirmed rare disease diagnosis. It supports short-term respite care so caregivers can attend a conference or event, or simply spend an afternoon or evening away from caregiving.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Caregiver Respite Program program?
To be eligible for the Caregiver Respite Program program, you must:
Unpaid, non-professional family members or significant others of an individual with a rare diagnosis may apply.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States for at least six months, with evidence of residency.
Applicants must provide full-time care for an individual with a confirmed rare disease diagnosis.
Who can I contact for more information about the Caregiver Respite Program?
You can contact Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST) by email at [email protected] or by phone at 203.616.4328.
Where is the Caregiver Respite Program available?
The Caregiver Respite Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Caregiver Respite Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Caregiver Respite Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Caregiver Respite Program?
Caregiver Respite Program is funded by Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST)