When young people turn 18, a lot happens. For instance, in Washington State, 18 is the age when a person legally becomes an adult and must handle tasks and make Read More
Category: Parent And Family
Family can include parents, grandparents, siblings, and other relatives in your immediate family circle.
Insurance in Healthcare Transition
Healthcare transition, like all other aspects of transitioning to adult community living, employment, and services, can be difficult. However, if teenagers and families plan ahead for the healthcare changes that Read More
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Information and Resources for Families
Autism spectrum disorder can affect how a person talks, learns, and relates to others, and every individual is different. Families can learn about early signs, get help with evaluations, and Read More
Asking for Help is a Selfless Act for Family Caregivers
Many family caregivers find it difficult to ask for help, but it’s not good for either the caregiver or the person they care for. Getting assistance from outside sources is helpful for everyone-use these ideas to begin!
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Purple Up! Celebrating the Month of the Military Child
April, the Month of the Military Child, celebrates military-connected children and youth. They show an ability to adapt in the face of unique challenges. They make sacrifices while their service Read More
Do You Have an Emergency Respite Plan?
Who will care for your family member if you are temporarily incapacitated? Don’t wait for an emergency situation to occur to think about who will take care of your loved ones. Read More
Creative Options for a Respite Break
The person you care for may have specific assets and strengths that provide an opportunity for you to have a respite break. These include being able to stay home alone safely, Read More
ABLE: An Account to Overcome the SSI Resource Limit for Adults with Disabilities
Living with a disability can be challenging, especially with financial limitations. The Stephen Beck Jr. ABLE Act of 2014 allows individuals with disabilities to save up to $20,000 annually without Read More
Graduating from NICU: The Joy and Anxiety Finding Your Way to Baby’s Norm
Coming home from the hospital with your baby can be both a joyous and potentially uncertain event, especially for families whose child is graduating from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Read More
Students: Get Ready to Participate in Your IEP Meeting with a Handout for the Team
Students of all abilities have the right to a solid education to get ready for adult life. Students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) have a right to participate in IEP Read More
Medicaid or Medicare-Which Covers Long-Term Care?
This quick tip sheet explains which of these programs covers long-term care either in your home, or in a nursing home or other care facility. Medicare: No long-term care coverage Read More
How to Afford Family Caregiving, Part 3: Offset Some Costs of Caregiving
Being a family caregiver can be financially stressful. This tip sheet, part 3 of a 4-part series, tells you how to find benefits for those caring for veterans or a Read More
How to Afford Family Caregiving, Part 1: Paid Leave and Job-protecting Unpaid Leave in WA State
Being a family caregiver can be financially stressful. In addition to taking on the costs of caring for a close friend or family member, caregiving may make it difficult to Read More
Kinship Caregiving
Relatives raising the child(ren) of a family member (Kinship Families) Kinship families are families in which children live with and are being raised by grandparents, other extended family members, or Read More
For Care Partners/Caregivers of Individuals Living with Parkinson’s Disease
At Lifespan Respite WA, we focus on caregivers. Our team gathered resources specifically for caregivers from the organizations listed below, to support you in your life with your care partner. Read More