Yes.
In Maryland, family caregivers can get respite through two programs on record: Maryland Family Caregiver Support Program and Supporting Older Adults with Resources (SOAR).
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Respite program
Maryland Family Caregiver Support Program
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Who qualifies
Adult family members or other informal caregivers age 18 and older caring for someone 60 or older, or for someone of any age with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. Relatives (not parents) 55 and older caring for children under 18, or for adults 18 to 59 with disabilities, also qualify.
The Maryland Department of Aging oversees the program and local Area Agencies on Aging deliver the services.
Marylanders age 62 and older who make less than 60% of the state median income, have assets below the eligibility limits, and need help with activities of daily living, including people who do not qualify for Medicaid or are on a long waitlist for Medicaid services. Services may include respite care, adult day care, personal care, homemaker and chore help, meals and transportation.
SOAR is state grant funded and depends on funding each year. In 2026, three state-funded programs run by the Maryland Department of Aging were consolidated into SOAR.
