Age Well in Vermont has been selected as a USAging Innovations in Caregiver Services and Supports Pilot Site, with respite care as its primary focus. Using Respite Coop, Age Well is building a trusted caregiver network where participants can give and receive practical support—creating another way for family caregivers to get the respite they need.

LifePath in Western Massachusetts is piloting a new approach to caregiver respite: helping caregivers support one another through small, trusted groups. Powered by Respite Coop, the model makes it easier for caregivers to request help, offer respite, and build stronger community connections alongside traditional paid and volunteer services.

By participating in a peer-to-peer support network, caregivers can find much-needed respite and a sense of community.

You’re Still the Caregiver—Just Not Every Minute Taking a break doesn’t make you less committed. It makes you human. Because caregiving is a marathon, not a sprint. And sometimes, the best place to rest… is your own couch.

We need more support systems that help caregivers plan, personalize, and make the most of their respite.