Respite is a service that provides temporary relief from care giving to the primary caregiver of an individual during times when the individual’s primary caregiver would normally provide care.
We provide respite services for planned or emergency short—term relief for natural, unpaid caregivers. Respite shall be provided intermittently when the natural caregiver is temporarily unavailable to provide supports. Other services indicated on the IRP may be provided during the period of respite. We also ensure that respite is provided in accordance with the IRP. In-home respite will be provided in the individual’s home or place of residence, or in the home of a family member or friend. Out-of-home respite can be provided in adult foster care homes, 24-hour residential habilitation home, licensed assisted living facilities and licensed nursing facilities.