Resource Library
If you are looking for published research articles and other publications focused on respite research and evaluation, see also Findings and Updates and ARCH Annotated Bibliography.
Many more tools shared by states and local programs on a variety of topics, including respite vouchers, emergency respite, public awareness, information for family caregivers, and more can be found on State Tools.
Engaging with Spanish-speaking Populations in the ID Family Caregiver Navigator Program
This presentation was made to the ARCH Lifespan Respite Grantee and Partner Learning Collaborative on Implementing the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. Presenters from the Idaho Family Caregiver Navigator…
Cultural Adaptations in Respite and Caregiving Support
Lifespan Respite Grantee and Partner Learning Symposium July 15, 2021 Presented By: Lauren L Parker, PhD, MPH Assistant Scientist Department of Health, Behavior and Society Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of…
Activity Training Sheet: Assessing Your Cultural Competence
From Arizona CASA
Cultural and Linguistic Competence: What do they mean for respite services?
Cultural competence and linguistic competence are widely recognized by policy makers, service providers, educators, and advocates as fundamental aspects of quality in health and human services. Cultural competence and linguistic…
Including Diverse Communities in Respite Opportunities — Lessons Learned from the Field
Prepared for the 2024 National Lifespan Respite Conference by Lifespan Respite Washington. The Lifespan Respite Washington Program strives to expand services to diverse populations. We are assisting Tribal populations to…
Webinar: An Introduction to the Cultural and Linguistic Competence Assessment for Respite Organizations (CLCARO) and Guide
The Cultural and Linguistic Competence Assessment for Respite Organizations (CLCARO) and Guide prepared for ARCH for use by respite organizations was developed by the Georgetown University National Center for Cultural…
RESPITE SERVICES: The Experiences and Recommendations of Service Providers and Racially, Ethnically, and Culturally Diverse Family Members
Prepared for ARCH by the Georgetown University National Center for Cultural Competence Recognizing that many ethnic, racial, and cultural groups face challenges accessing or achieving desired respite outcomes, ARCH collaborated…
ARCH Respite Research Summit: Focus on Equity and Diversity in Respite Research
Focus on Equity and Diversity in Respite Research ARCH Respite Research Summit, September 29, 2020 Presentation by Kim Whitmore, PhD, RN, University of Marquette, College of Nursing, Milwaukee, WI
Assuring Culturally Relevant Respite Services for the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Aging Population and their Family Caregivers
This webinar provides an overview of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Aging population for Lifespan Respite grantees, their partners and other respite services providers. As the most diverse…
How to Help Hispanic Caregivers
2-page fact sheet from the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services.
Cultural and Linguistic Competence Assessment for Respite Organizations
Cultural and Linguistic Competence Assessment for Respite Organizations was prepared for ARCH by the Georgetown University National Center for Cultural Competence Organizational self-assessment is a necessary, effective, and systematic way to…
Creating Dementia-Friendly Congregations to Support African American Families
Creating Dementia-Friendly Congregations to Support African American Families The ARCH Volunteer and Faith-based Respite Learning Collaborative held a webinar to learn more about the Alter program. Alter is the first of…