June 11, 2026
15-minute Zoom appointments
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The RCAW Respite Help Desk offers brief, focused support for Wisconsin family caregivers, respite providers, and professionals who support caregivers.
This dedicated Help Desk is designed to answer questions about RCAW grants for family caregivers, eligibility requirements, respite trainings, the provider registry, reapplication timelines, and other respite and caregiving resources available throughout Wisconsin.
Who should sign up?
This Help Desk is for:
- Family caregivers
- Respite care providers
- ADRC professionals
- County and AAA staff
- Healthcare, social service, and community professionals
- Anyone supporting caregivers and respite needs in Wisconsin
What We Can Help With
RCAW staff are available to answer questions about:
- RCAW grants for family caregivers
- Eligibility requirements
- The grant application process
- Reapplication timelines and required documentation
- Respite trainings and educational resources
- The Wisconsin Respite Care Provider Registry
- Caregiver support services and respite options
- General caregiving and respite-related questions
How it Works
Signing up is simple. Here is what you can expect when you join the RCAW Respite Help Desk:
Select one 15-minute virtual appointment time that works for your schedule.
After registering, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from SignUpGenius.
RCAW staff will also send a calendar invitation with your confirmed appointment time, virtual meeting link, and session details.
Join the virtual session at your scheduled time to receive personalized support and guidance from RCAW staff.
If additional support is needed beyond the 15-minute session, RCAW staff can help connect you with further resources or discuss next steps.
Following the session, RCAW may provide follow-up information, summary notes, or additional resources discussed during your appointment.
- If all appointment slots are filled, you may join the waitlist. If an opening becomes available, RCAW staff will contact you by email with the opportunity to schedule a session.
If you are unable to attend your scheduled session, please notify RCAW as soon as possible. Appointment availability is limited, and cancellations allow us to offer the session time to individuals on the waitlist.
Why Attend?
The RCAW Respite Help Desk is designed to provide quick, personalized support for Wisconsin family caregivers, respite providers, and professionals supporting caregivers.
Whether you have questions about RCAW grants, respite resources, eligibility requirements, trainings, provider supports, or caregiving challenges, RCAW staff are available to help connect you with information, guidance, and next steps.
Questions can be directed to Rachel Watkins-Petersen