Lower Sioux Indian Community
Respite
Lower Sioux Social Services and ICWA Center
39527 Reservation Highway 1, Morton, MN, 56270
(507) 697-8945
http://lowersiouxhhs.org/caregiver-support-services-for-elders
Service Details
Description
Respite provides care on a short-term basis for a person who cannot take care of themselves, and who is usually taken care of by a family member or friend. The service is designed to provide temporary coverage for the caregiver during an absence or need for relief.
Additional Information
Respite care provided to family caregivers to the caregiver can have a break.
Respite care can be provided in the home of the elder, the caregiver, or it can be provided at an out of home setting such as a senior center or adult day care center.
Families will be notified if allotments are adjusted due to changes in funding.
Eligible family caregiver 60 years of age or older may receive up to 12 hours of respite care per month. Respite care can be provided in the home of the elder, the caregiver, or at an out of home setting such as a senior center or adult day care center.
Grandparents raising Grandchildren will be allotted up to 12 hours of respite care per month.
Features
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Area Served by County
- Redwood County
- Renville County
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Payment
- Free / no cost to eligible clients
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Specialization
- Native American Community
- Older adults
Application Instructions
In order to begin services, please contact agency to check for eligibility.
Area Served
Lower Sioux Indian Community
Websites
Phone Numbers
| Type | Number | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Main | (507) 697-8600 | |
| Main | (507) 697-6185 |
Last Update
12/10/2024
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
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PH-7000Respite Care Definition
Programs that provide a brief period of relief or rest for family members, guardians or other people who are regular caregivers for dependent adults or children by offering temporary or intermittent care in the home or in community settings/facilities.
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PH-7000.3300In Home Respite Care Definition
Programs that provide a brief period of rest or relief for family members, guardians or others who are regular caregivers for children and/or dependent adults by offering temporary or intermittent care for the individual(s) in their own home.
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PH-7000.6000Out of Home Respite Care Definition
Programs that provide a brief period of rest or relief for family members, guardians or others who are regular caregivers for children and/or dependent adults by offering temporary or intermittent care for the individual(s) in a community setting/facility.
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YB-8000Older Adults Definition
Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.
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YH-6000.6000Native American Community Definition
Individuals whose ethnic background and ancestry are that of the tribal, aboriginal peoples who originated in what is now the United States. Included are Native Americans who are living on or off reservations in rural and urban areas.
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YW-8500Tribal Reservation Residents Definition
Individuals and families of Native American descent who have needs and interests in common based on living in areas recognized by the federal or a state government as being set aside for the use of Native Americans and governed by Native Americans.