Bill > HB06094

This bill proposes to amend existing state statutes to provide state-funded respite care for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), modeled after the respite care services currently available for parents of children with intellectual disabilities. Respite care is a type of support service that offers temporary relief to caregivers by providing short-term care for individuals with special needs, allowing parents or primary caregivers a break from their continuous care responsibilities. The bill aims to have the Department of Developmental Services administer these respite care services for families with children who have ASD, recognizing the significant emotional and physical demands of caring for a child with this neurodevelopmental condition. By extending similar support services that are already available to families of children with intellectual disabilities, the bill seeks to provide additional assistance and support to families navigating the challenges of caring for a child with autism spectrum disorder.

Health and Social Services

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