LAC 50:XXI.8313. Caregiver Temporary Support Services

A. Caregiver temporary support services are furnished on a short-term basis because of the absence or need for relief of caregivers during the time they are normally providing unpaid care for the participant. B. Federal financial participation is not claimed for the cost of room and board except when provided as part of caregiver temporary support services furnished in a facility approved by the state that is not a private residence. C. The intent of caregiver temporary support services is to provide relief to unpaid caregivers to maintain the informal support system. D. Caregiver temporary support services are provided in the following locations: 1. the participant’s home or place of residence; 2. nursing facilities; 3. assisted living facilities; 4. respite centers; or 5. adult day health care centers. E. Caregiver temporary support services provided by nursing facilities, assisted living facilities and respite centers must include an overnight stay. F. When caregiver temporary support services are provided by an ADHC center, services may be provided no more than 10 hours per day. G. Caregiver temporary support services may be utilized no more than 30 calendar days or 29 overnight stays per plan of care year for no more than 14 consecutive calendar days or 13 consecutive overnight stays. The service limit may be increased based on documented need and prior approval by OAAS. H. Caregiver temporary support services may not be delivered at the same time as adult day health care or personal assistance services. I. Caregiver temporary support services may be provided for the relief of the principal caregiver for participants who receive monitored in-home caregiving (MIHC) services.