Legislation varies among states, but typically addresses both program issues as well as funding.
The services and supports included in these family support packages may include cash subsidies to families, respite care, family counseling, home modifications, in-home training, sibling support programs, education and behavior management, specialized equipment, and more. Texas has Family Support mandates dispersed throughout its various long-term care programs. Following is a sampling of highlights of Family Support initiatives present in other states. Due to the remoteness of most communities in Alaska, agencies are unable to directly arrange and oversee respite on behalf of individuals and families. Affording families a voucher option addresses this problem by enabling them to recruit local sources of respite, train the provider, and oversee the services.