Nebraskans in Need of Trained Respite Caregivers to Meet Growing Demand

The Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (www.unmc.edu) and the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services’ (DHHS) Nebraska Respite Program are looking for individuals across the state interested in being trained to provide respite care services, as well as families who might be eligible to receive a subsidy for respite care services. To become a respite provider, to find out if you qualify for services or to find a respite caregiver in your area, call 1-866-RESPITE or go to https://nrrs.ne.gov/respitesearch. Local contact for the Eastern Region is Ellen Bennet, Partnerships in Caregiving, (402) 996-8444 or edbenne@gmail.com.