Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program

Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program (VLRVP) provides reimbursements to Virginia caregivers for the cost of hiring temporary, short-term respite care provided to individuals of any age, with a documented disability or medical condition.

In order to be eligible for this program you must live in the Commonwealth of Virginia, must be a primary caregiver of a loved one with a documented disability or medical condition, and you must reside at least part-time with your loved one. Voucher funding is limed to a total of $595 per household per year. 

The goal of this program is to increase access and reduce barriers to respite care, as well as enhance education and awareness about respite care. Respite funding is limited to $595.00 per family through June 30, 2026, or until funds are exhausted. This program prohibits the use of these funds for rent, cleaning, medical supplies, food, or other household expenditures. Due to its limited funding, not all eligible applicants will be approved. Application forms are available on the website. Once the application is complete, mail, email or fax the application to:

Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program
Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
1610 Forest Avenue, Suite 100
Henrico, Virginia 23229
804.662.7035 (fax)
vlrvp@dars.virginia.gov

To have a paper application mailed to you contact:
Nick Slentz, Human Services Program Coordinator
vlrvp@dars.virginia.gov | 804.588.3978
Virginia Department for the Aging and Rehabilitative Services
1610 Forest Avenue, Suite 100
Henrico, VA 23229