Support for caregivers can come in various forms, including respite care, caregiver support groups, and training and educational resources - all of these provide support, and contribute to the sustainability and quality of care they provide.
The Alternative program provides in-home services to eligible Utah residents with the objective of preventing the premature or unnecessary placement of individuals in nursing homes.
Utah Caregiver Support Program. The Caregiver Support program assists family caregivers of individuals with health, mobility, neurological or functional limitations in hopes of enabling them to care for their loved one as long as possible and delay facility placement. There is no income requirement for eligibility.
The Utah Caregiver Support Program offers in-home services that support family caregivers of individuals with health, mobility, neurological or functional limitations in hopes of enabling them to care for their loved one as long as possible and delay facility placement. There is no low income requirement.
UCANS is a multi-purpose tool that assesses needs and strengths across the person's lifespan. This assessment is a living document that helps to guide person-centered planning by identifying both the individual's assets and interests.
Click the button below to apply online or call 1-844-275-3773 and choose the "Apply for Services" option to speak with an intake worker. During the intake process, you will be asked to provide information to the division which demonstrates your qualifying disability in one of the areas that DSPD serves.
Personal Care Aides: Must complete an agency specific orientation, demonstrate proficiency in all areas of training for personal care, and complete 6 hours of CE annually. Certified Nurse Assistants: After completing a state approved CNA school program, CNAs in Utah must complete 12 hours of CE annually.
Emphasis on Role: “Caregiver” and “carer” emphasize the act of giving care, with a focus on the practical and emotional work involved. “Caretaker” suggests a more functional or managerial role, often with a broader focus on property or task management.