Respite care services made available through the Oregon Lifespan Respite Care Program shall:

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(1) Include a flexible array of respite care options responsive to family and caregiver needs and available before families and caregivers are in a crisis situation;

(2) Be sensitive to the unique needs, strengths and multicultural values of an individual, family or caregiver;

(3) Offer the most efficient access to an array of coordinated respite care services that are built on existing community supports and services;

(4) Be driven by community strengths, needs and resources; and

(5) Use a variety of funds and resources, including but not limited to:

(a) Family or caregiver funds;

(b) Private and volunteer resources;

(c) Public funds; and

(d) Exchange of care among families or caregivers. [1997 c.745 § 6]