What is Family Respite?
Temporary child care for families caring for children with disabilities, children with special needs, and children in foster care. Who can use Family Respite? Any family caring for a child with special needs age birth through 12, regardless of the family income. Where is Family Respite located? Head Start, for children birth to 8. Northside Elementary for children 9 to 12. When does Family Respite operate? Every Saturday morning, 10-2 p.m. Family Respite is a planned respite care that needs to be scheduled. Family Respite is not a drop-in center. Are siblings allowed to come to Family Respite? YES! As long as they are under 12 years old. Who will be taking care of my child? Trained, licensed professionals and student volunteers. What will my child do at Family Respite? Family Respite operates like a quality preschool program, with creative activities, games, lots of fun, and nurturing care giving. Is there a cost to use Family Respite? NO! How do I register? Call the 24-Hour Hotline: 9
Related Questions
- How does the Department of Children and Family Services and the Cuyahoga Tapestry System of Care distinguish between respite, crisis stabilization (emergency respite) and change of placement?
- Do you offer short-term respite services to assist business travelers, vacationers, and others who are caring for family members?
- Can a family "stockpile" time for family supports such as respite or family support for use during holidays or summer vacation?
