The Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends federal funding and support for respite care programs, which provide temporary relief for family members caring for loved ones with illnesses, disabilities, or other conditions requiring ongoing care. The bill broadens the definition of who qualifies as a family caregiver by changing "unpaid adult" to "unpaid individual," potentially expanding eligibility to include younger caregivers or others currently excluded. The legislation reauthorizes federal funding for these programs through fiscal year 2029, replacing the previous authorization that ended in 2024. This bill primarily affects family caregivers and individuals receiving care, as well as states and organizations that administer respite care services. The specific funding amounts are not detailed in the bill text provided.
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