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What kind of financial assistance is there for caregivers?

Information about some of the financial assistance available to caregivers in middle Tennessee through the GNRC

The Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC) provides two types of funding to directly assist both formal and informal caregivers to keep seniors and adults with disabilities at home for as long as possible: the Voucher Program and the Take-a-Break 

About the Voucher Program

The Voucher Program offers reimbursement for an eligible caregiver to receive up to $200 per month for the cost of hiring an informal provider, including:

  • In-home and personal care respite **link to respite care article**
  • Homemaking services focusing on care receiver’s bedroom, bathroom and laundry **link to homemaking article**
  • Adult Day Care services **link to the article about this**

For caregivers, 55+ providing for children under the age of 18, the Voucher Program can assist with reimbursement for

  • After-school care
  • Tutoring
  • Summer camp fees

About the Take-a-Break Program

The Take-a-Break Program offers resources for those seeking support to pay for services through professional providers, including:

  • In-home and personal care respite **link to respite care article**
  • Homemaking services focusing on care receiver’s bedroom, bathroom and laundry **link to homemaking article**
  • Adult Day Care services **link to the article about this**

How do I apply for financial assistance?

The first step is to call GNRC’s Information and Assistance Helpline: 615-255-1010

Eligibility for services and support may depend on criteria such as living arrangements, income level, diagnosis, and conditions. GNRC’s counselors will assess eligibility through an initial telephone conversation​. Once eligibility is confirmed, you will be contacted by one of GNRC’s service coordinators when there is an opening in the program.

What financial assistance for caregivers is there outside of the GNRC?

    • The Tennessee Respite Coalition (TRC) works with in-home caregivers to select services, facilities, programs, and self-care plans that best fit their needs. Beyond offering information, TRC offers a Family Directed Respite Voucher Program to help off-set the costs of in-home respite. Call the TRC helpline for more information about their available services at (615)269-8687.

 

Have more questions? Call Our Helpline
Call our Information and Assistance Hotline to learn more about any of GNRC's programs and services. 615-255-1010 or 866-836-6678