Respitality Model Respitality is an innovative concept for providing respite. It provides a cost-effective partnership between the private sector and respite agencies. The Respitality concept was developed by United Cerebral Palsy of America. It provides a safe setting for children with high care needs. It can be a good alternative for a small community that has a hospital with a typically low census or a hospital with low weekend occupancy.
Children can receive high quality care while remaining in a familiar setting with familiar people.
In larger communities, a hospital provides the sense of security parents and caregivers need when considering respite. Camps Camp has been a form of respite for many families for many years. For children with disabilities, chronic or terminal illnesses, the chance to participate in either an integrated or adapted camp can be life-expanding. There are many places around the country which offer such experiences, either as day or overnight camps. As an important part of the continuum of services for families, respite helps preserve the family unit and supports family stability.