MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Become a Respite Care Provider
This NO COST Online Training offers you the Knowledge & Skills to provide Respite Care for Loved Ones & Others!
This 7-Hour, 10-module, ONLINE self-paced respite care training will teach you the skills required for becoming a paid or volunteer respite care provider in the state of New Mexico. You’ll learn the basic skills needed to work with people with disabilities of all ages and their families.
Developed by ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center, the course builds the knowledge and skills required. See what’s included in the training at New Mexico’s Respite Care Training Portal
What is respite care?
A short break is provided to a primary caregiver to give temporary relief from the daily tasks of caring for elders or persons with disabilities.
Read more about the Respite Provider Training and Recruitment Pilot Here.
Questions? Write info@nmdcc.org or call 505-867-6046
Once you complete the Respite Care Training, Get Listed on the Provider Registry Here.
ARCH: National Respite Network
This resource was developed FOR New Mexico because of the New Mexico Caregivers Coalition stakeholder sessions held in 2016-2017 and because of NMCC’s advocacy in encouraging a respite care system for New Mexicans.
This portal helps caregivers rest and recharge. Explore this network to help locate respite and crisis care services. Learn more about the ARCH Program Here.
National Respite Care Provider Training Core Competencies were developed by experts to establish a baseline for entry-level respite care professionals. These competencies were informed by extensive research and public feedback. While they provide a solid foundation, additional training may be necessary to meet the specific needs of individuals and families. Review the ARCH nationwide core competencies Here.