When a disaster strikes, a full-time caregiver becomes a “first responder” overnight. Whether you are navigating property damage or economic disruption, Alabama Lifespan Respite is here to provide emergency support, prevent burnout, and ensure the safety of your loved ones.
Assistance is available to Alabama caregivers and care recipients impacted by:
Tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, and wildfires.
Displacement due to house fires or significant water damage (e.g., burst pipes).
Eligible expenses are designed to meet immediate, critical needs:
Emergency Respite Care: Temporary care so you can focus on recovery (FEMA forms, debris cleanup, or meeting adjusters).
Power for Life-Sustaining Devices: Portable generators for ventilators, oxygen concentrators, or electric wheelchairs.
Medical Replacements: Emergency prescription refills or durable medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, ramps).
Specialized Supplies: Hard-to-find items like feeding tube supplies or catheters that shelters may not stock.
Accessible Transportation: Help with mobility-impaired transport for care recipients.
Response Time: Applications are reviewed during regular business hours, M-F, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (excludes holidays)
Payment: Funding varies and is sent via Direct Deposit or PayPal.
Limit: One application per household.
Documentation: Please have relevant disaster documentation ready, as it may be required to process your claim.
Be Aware. Be Prepared. Download your free copy of the Emergency Planning Guide: Natural Disaster Readiness for People with Disabilities, courtesy of the Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities. If you would like a printed copy mailed to you, please email tracyc@ucphuntsville.org or call 256-859-8300.
