Respite Care

http://lancaster.pa.networkofcare.org/mh/library/article.aspx?id=897

"Respite" refers to short term, temporary care provided to people with disabilities in order that their families can take a break from the daily routine of caregiving. Unlike child care, respite services may sometimes involve overnight care for an extended period of time.

One of the important purposes of respite is to give family members time and temporarily relieve the stress they may experience while providing extra care for a son or daughter with mental retardation or other disability. This, in turn, can help prevent abuse and neglect, and support family unity (US/GAO, September 1990). Respite care enables families to take vacations, or just a few hours of time off. Respite is often referred to as a gift of time.

http://www.schreiberpediatric.org/index.php?pID=12

The Respite Care program provides parents with an opportunity for a break in the ongoing care of their child with special needs. The program is available for children with disabilities and their siblings.

Dates: Fridays, Sept. 18, Oct. 16 and Nov. 20

Time: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Age: 2 to 21 years

Location: Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, Multipurpose Room

Cost: $10 per child per evening, $5 for siblings

Deadline: Kindly reserve your child's space at least one week prior to each respite care by calling Jennifer Bachman at 717-393-0425 x136.