Family Caregiver Lifespan Respite Infrastructure Survey

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is inviting bids exclusively from four key educational institutions—Boise State University, Idaho State University, University of Idaho, and Lewis-Clark State College—for a statewide survey project aimed at expanding the Family Caregiver Lifespan Respite Infrastructure. The solicitation process is thus limited, and submissions from other entities will not be entertained. The purpose of this undertaking is to evaluate and potentially enhance the support infrastructure available for family caregivers throughout Idaho, ensuring they have access to necessary respite services. The contract opportunity outlined under the State and Local Education (SLED) category appears to be a strategic attempt to leverage academic expertise from the state's primary universities in assessing and proposing advancements in the caregiving landscape. Interested institutions have until December 6, 2024, to submit their proposals, with the contract's financial scope varying between $50,000 and $200,000. This initiative underscores the state's commitment to bolstering family caregiver support networks, potentially leading to improved care outcomes for vulnerable populations.