HI SCR111

Executive Office on Aging requested to continue research and investigation into timebanking as an alternative currency system for Hawaii's respite care services.

Timebanking uses "time dollars" as currency, allowing community members to earn time credits by providing services and spend them to receive services for family caregiving needs.

Research should address service gaps identified in the 2009 "Respite Care in the State of Hawaii" report, including lack of transportation and prohibitive costs for respite services.

Executive Office on Aging must submit a report with findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2014 Regular Session convenes.

Timebanking is proposed as a sustainable approach to strengthen Hawaii's respite system and build social capital by empowering community members as both service providers and recipients.