Virtual Lifespan Respite Grantee and Partner Learning Symposium 2026 Bring, Brag and Borrow
February 3, 5, 10, and 12, 2026
Due to the government shutdown, there may be slight adjustments in the agenda.
Bring, Brag and Borrow Session
In the Bring, Brag and Borrow session, each state Lifespan Respite grantee or partner (one from each state) provides a quick 5-7 minute highlight of a Lifespan Respite grant or coalition activity from the past year that aligned with one or more of the goals of the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. See shared State Presentations and Resources as they become available in the drop down accordion below.
Recordings of the Bring, Brag and Borrow sessions will be posted below.
State Presentation Slides and Shared Resources
Please Note: Topics may change.
Breakout Discussion Group: When Respite Requirements Limit Access
Breakout Discussion Group: Weathering Changes in Key Staff
Orientation for New Grantees and Partners
Virtual Bring, Brag and Borrow Learning Symposium Recordings
Coming Soon!
In the Bring, Brag and Borrow sessions, each state representative has five minutes to present on a Lifespan Respite or State Respite Coalition highlight, product, or event from the past year that aligns with one or more goals of the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. The Bring, Brag and Borrow Schedule, State presentation slides, and shared state resources can be found above.
DAY 1 - 2026 Virtual Bring, Brag and Borrow presentations, Part I
Day 1 of the BBB Session Part I, covers the following topics: Innovation in Respite Voucher Programs, National Respite Care Provider Training, and an overview of New Mexico's Lifespan Respite Care grant activities.
DAY 2 - 2026 Virtual Bring, Brag and Borrow Presentations, Part II
Day 2 of the BBB Session Part II covers the following topics: Caregiver Mental Health, Wellness, and Education; Volunteer and Student Respite Programs.
Combined Slide Deck (including Recap of Day 1)
DAY 3 - 2026 Virtual Bring, Brag and Borrow Presentations, Part III
Day 3 of the BBB Session Part III covers the following topics: Kentucky's New State Lifespan Respite Grant Overview; Kinship Care; and Systems Building through Caregiver Needs Assessment, State Respite Task Force.
Combined Slide Deck (coming soon!)
DAY 4 - 2026 Virtual Bring, Brag and Borrow Presentations, Part IV
Day 4 of the BBB Session Part III covers the following topic: Public Awareness and Family Caregiver Engagement.
ARCH also provided an orientation for new Lifespan Respite grantee and partner staff.
Combined Slide Deck (coming soon!)
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