The program allows families to purchase respite care from the provider of their choice such as friends, relatives, neighbors and day care. To be eligible for this program, families will need to be at or below a designated income cap. Respite Care is temporary care in a licensed foster home to give family members a break from caring for a child or adult with developmental disabilities. Child Care Assistance provides financial assistance to low income parents who need child care in order to work or pursue education leading to employment. Amount of assistance is based on the number of family members in the home and gross income.
Assistance is provided in the areas such as meal preparation, shopping and budgeting.
Residential Services are living arrangements for individuals outside of the family home. These include foster homes, group homes and supported living services. Services are coordinated through a county case manager. Day Training and Habilitation are vocational and specialized day programs for adults who have graduated from high school. These services are funded by the county or through medical assistance.