Caregivers

What is the Colorado Respite Coalition?

A program of Easterseals Colorado, the Colorado Respite Coalition (CRC) is a vital statewide resource for caregivers of individuals of all ages with extensive care needs. Working with a coordinated coalition of community partners, we promote awareness of and access to respite care services and resources that help improve the quality of life for caregivers and the individuals they care for.

What is Caregiving? In Colorado alone, there are an estimated 584,000 caregivers (AARP). A caregiver is someone who provides care and support for a friend or relative of any age with any extensive care needs. 

What is Respite? Respite is a short break for caregivers. Respite is the opportunity for a caregiver to step away, knowing that their loved one is well cared for, by bringing in professional care.

Visit the Colorado Respite Coalition Website. 

The CRC provides respite resources, information and referrals to support family caregivers accessing respite services. The CRC also operates programs to further increase respite access and awareness across the state, serving all ages and all special healthcare needs.

• Family Respite Reimbursement Program - Financial assistance for family caregivers with limited access to respite throughout Colorado.
• Grant Opportunities - Competitive RFP process for agencies to expand programming and services with grant funding.
• Educational Programs - Trainings, events, and other programs for family caregivers and professionals.
• Online Resource Finder - An online search tool to help locate and discover local respite providers, trainings and events, and other resources throughout the state.