Once accepted, their name is added to the Respite Caregiver referral list. To inform families about the Respite Care Program, program information is disseminated to systems serving children with emotional and behavioral disabilities as well as to local newspapers. Families fill out an application for matching purposes and are oriented to program components of MHAC respite care. Possible matches are shared with families and families interview and choose respite caregivers. MHAC pays directly those families that need financial assistance.
Payment is based on a sliding scale fee.
Respite Program evaluations are sent to providers and families on a bimonthly basis. Feedback will help to refine program planning. For More Information Call Vicki Spiro Smith, MSW, Director of Programs for Children and Families, Mental Health Association of CT, 529-1970, Ext. 16.