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Respite care for OhioRISE-Enrolled Youth

Planned short-term care that gives families a break, while keeping children safe, supported, and connected.

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What Is Respite Care?

Respite care is short-term, planned support that gives parents and caregivers a break, while ensuring children remain safe, supported, and cared for.

It’s designed to reduce stress, prevent burnout, and help families stay strong during challenging moments.

How We Support Families

For Families

Respite care offers families the support they need without disrupting routines or connections.

  • Time to Rest & Recharge
  • Safe, Trusted Support
  • Reduced Stress for Everyone
  • Care That Fits Your Family
  • Ongoing Connection & Communication
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For Providers

Opportunities for qualified caregivers and organizations to support families through meaningful, short-term care.

  • Make a Meaningful Impact
  • Flexible Opportunities
  • Ongoing Support
  • Safe & Structured Environment
  • Streamlined Matching Process
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Frequently asked questions

What is respite care?
Who qualifies for services?
How many days a week can a youth receive respite services?
How many youth can a provider service at a time?
What are the requirements to become a respite provider?
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What Families and Providers Are Saying

I Get to Make a Difference in Someone’s Life
I get to make a difference in someone’s life. Whether that is giving a parent a break, or the child. We, as parents and children need a little ME time, or a mini vacation, etc. This was my first time and would for sure do it again.
— Anonymous
Provider
Life Altering for a Single Mom
Receiving respite services as a single mom of 2 special needs kids has been life altering. I initially felt guilty, but now I recognize the decompression it has given to be able to go to the store, run errands, attend meetings, or get jobs done around the home.
— Anonymous
Guardian