Oregon Respite Services Policy Manual
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The Oregon Respite Services Policy Manual provides a comprehensive and standardized framework for delivering temporary relief care services to family caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities, medical fragility, or complex behavioral needs. Rooted in ORS 409.474, OAR 413-205, and applicable Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) rules, this manual supports regulatory compliance, equitable service delivery, and caregiver well-being across various respite settings.
This manual outlines the operational structure and quality expectations for both in-home and facility-based respite services, including intake and eligibility pathways, safety protocols, certification requirements, and interdisciplinary coordination with CDDPs, SSPs, and APD programs. It defines flexible service delivery options tailored to cultural, medical, and emotional needs, while incorporating trauma-informed, person-centered care principles.
Key focus areas include volunteer and provider training, family engagement, emergency preparedness, abuse prevention, rights assurance, and outcome measurement. The manual establishes clear procedures for intake assessments, service documentation, funding allocation, performance monitoring, corrective actions, and evaluation of caregiver support outcomes. It also promotes culturally responsive practices and equitable access for tribal families and historically underserved populations.
Designed for providers, administrators, clinicians, and respite specialists, the Oregon Respite Services Policy Manual serves as both a compliance resource and operational guide. It ensures that respite services remain accessible, safe, cost-effective, and rooted in respect for caregiver dignity, client choice, and Oregon’s lifespan developmental disability support system.