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Find trusted respite care that fits your family’s needs, whether you need a few hours, a weekend, or ongoing support.

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What Is Respite Care?

Respite care provides short‑term, temporary support for individuals so primary caregivers can take a break. Our respite services ensure that individuals receive consistent care while caregivers rest, attend appointments, or manage personal responsibilities.

What is the program

Respite4kids program provides short‑term, planned, or emergency support for individuals who need assistance with daily living so their primary caregivers can take time to rest, recharge, and manage personal responsibilities. The program offers reliable care delivered by trained staff who are chosen by the guardian.

The program is designed to:

  • Give caregivers a break while ensuring their loved one continues to receive high‑quality support.
  • Offer flexible scheduling for a minimum of 4 hours a day.
  • Give caregivers a chance to relieve stress, renew their energy and promote balance in their daily lives.
  • Support long‑term caregiver sustainability, reducing stress and preventing burnout.

Who We Serve

Respite4kids provides respite services to youths who are enrolled in the OhioRISE program up to 20 years old.

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How it works?

A simple, step‑by‑step process designed to connect families with support and guide providers from start to finish.


STEPS

Get Started

Get Started

Connect

Family-Provider Match

Receive Care

Schedule & Provide Respite Care

Log Hours & Documentation

Log & Approve Care

Audit, Billing, & Payment

Quality Review & Payment

Ongoing Support

Ongoing Support

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WHY FAMILIES TRUST THIS PROGRAM

Built on Safety, Support, and Transparency

Families trust this program because care is thoughtful, planned, and centered on their child’s well-being with clear communication every step of the way.

  • Safety Comes First
    Care is provided by trained, qualified providers who follow clear guidelines designed to support children and families.
  • Family-Centered Matching
    Each match is made with care taking into account a child’s needs, preferences, and family input.
  • Clear, Guided Process
    Families are supported through each step, with clear expectations and help whenever questions arise.
  • Ongoing Communication
    Caregivers and families stay informed before, during, and after respite services are provided.
  • Respect for Every Family
    Support is offered without judgment, pressure, or assumptions, honoring each family’s unique situation.
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What Families and Providers Are Saying

It Helps My Child Feel Special
Its been wonderful to be able to get respite so I can spend more 1 on 1 time with my other children. It also helps my child feel special getting to visit places he wouldn’t have otherwise been able to visit.
— Anonymous
Guardian
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