Respite Connections Inc

Programs: Respite care. We provide short-term (0-14 days) care for special needs youth in order to offer support and strengthen families as well as provide a loving and constructive environment for children. This temporary relief for care givers provides the foundation for support that is critical to family stability and growth. We provide community based support service to families with children who are identified as being at risk for abuse, neglect or out-of-home placement due to a variety of reasons. We provide respite care services, crisis care, 1:1 wrap-around services, therapeutic summer camp, home-based services, parenting classes, and i. O. Waiver and level 1 waiver services.

camp and day services are structured programs helping to develop skills necessary to meet individualized service goals. Children who attend our programs are challenged to participate in all kind of activities including: horseback riding, art therapy, music therapy, and social-recreational. These activities and other outdoor activities foster physical strength, balance and agility, and most importantly, boost confidence and self-esteem. Our specialty trained staff is geared to promote behavioral, emotional and social growth. These services also allow for a respite break for the entire family.

adult deaf day and transportation services is an adult day services program for deaf adults with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to assist individuals in improving their social and communication skills in order to help them integrate more smoothly into the deaf community. Topics may include sign language instruction, communication, positive thinking, assertiveness, decision-making, leisure activities, personal health, appearance, money management, meal preparation, home care, mobility, community awareness, and citizenship.