Statewide Voucher Program Now Accepting Applications

NYSCRC is offering $600 respite vouchers to informal family caregivers across New York State. The program is open to both Kinship Caregivers, those caring for a child under 18 years old who is not their biological child, as well as caregivers of adults with a long-term chronic condition.

Please note that while we welcome applications from both first-time applicants and veterans of the program, we continue to give first-time applicants priority. We cannot guarantee approval of second vouchers, and these caregivers may be placed on a waitlist.

First-time applicants, please use the links below to download voucher forms. If you’ve already received one voucher and you’d like to apply for another, please contact Rebecca at rhyde@lifespan-roch.org

The Long Term Chronic Disability Caregivers Program includes all ages and chronic conditions or disabilities.

Download a pdf of the Long Term Chronic Condition voucher forms (English)

Download a pdf of the Long Term Chronic Condition voucher forms (Spanish)

Kinship Respite Forms required for application submission for Voucher Programs.

Download a pdf of the Kinship voucher forms (English)

Download a pdf of the kinship voucher forms (Spanish)

Respite vouchers for Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester County residents are made possible thanks to a grant from the Field Hall Foundation.

Disclaimer: Lifespan of Greater Rochester, Inc. primarily funds its programs with state and federal funds. Due to uncertainty from pending litigation and new federal executive orders, we cannot guarantee that there will be no disruptions or changes to funding, programs, or policies during the grant application process. By applying for a grant, you agree to hold Lifespan of Greater Rochester, Inc. harmless and indemnify Lifespan from, including but not limited to, any and all claims, causes of action, charges, fines, taxes, costs, agreements with third parties or respite providers, attorney fees, or damages that arise from your use or non-use of the grants or any of Lifespan’s programs, regardless of the grant application status.