Oklahoma Respite Voucher Program

Respite is the temporary short-term relief for families and caregivers who need a break from the responsibilities of caring for a family member or loved one with a disability or special health care need. Respite can range from a few hours to a week or more, depending on the needs and resources of the family and can take place in the family's home, the home of a friend or relative, a daycare center or even a church. Respite can be used for lots of things, like visiting family or friends, run errands, spending an evening at the movies or taking a vacation. Some parents use respite so they can spend time with another child or with their spouse. The benefits of respite are many and include reducing stress on the family and improved parenting or care giving.

OASIS provides a contact point for the Respite Voucher Program through its office. There is also new voucher money available through a Federal Grant that you might be able to take advantage of if in the past you were not eligible for the program. You can call 888-771-4550 or 405-271-4550 for more information about any of the Respite Voucher Programs.

FY2012 First Quarter Respite Report Word Document

OASIS Respite 2ndqrt report for fy2012 PDF

Respite Voucher Program Guidelines for New $$$ from Federal Grant PDF File

Respite Voucher Progam Guidelines for all other Funding Streams for Respite
Care PDF PDF .(Page one and two)