Simultaneously, the visits allow the parents of the child to recuperate from the physical and emotional demands that come from raising their special needs child. This is also time they may spend to further develop the parenting skills that are vital in providing the best possible care for their special child. Length of respite stays vary, but weekend respites are the most commonly requested. If you are interesting in providing longer term care for a child, you can find out more about our Special Foster Care Program . The program serves biological, adoptive and foster families.
Special care is taken to match children with the most appropriate respite family.
Ongoing coordination with referring community agencies is provided. Respite care gives the ongoing caregiver a needed break. Respite care provides a therapeutic environment to children in a family setting. Respite Parent Training and Background Respite care providers receive the same training as therapeutic foster parents. Families have culturally diverse backgrounds and live throughout northern Virginia.