New Opportunities for Children with Disabilities
Respite care through Seven Hills in Rhode Island provides short-term care for children with disabilities and provides opportunities for their families or primary caregivers to have time away. Respite can be hourly or include overnight either in the home of the individual or outside the home through a wide array of services.
Respite services are available:
- As outlined in an person’s Individual Service Plan (ISP)
- Through private pay arrangement
Families or caregivers can coordinate respite care in Rhode Island for children only through the Respite Services program.
Key Benefits of Respite Care for Families:
- Caregiver Well-being: Reduces caregiver burnout, fatigue, and frustration by providing time to rest, exercise, and focus on personal health
- Improved Relationships: By reducing stress and exhaustion, caregivers often experience better, more patient, and positive relationships with their loved ones.
- Quality Time & Socialization: Allows families to spend quality time together without the pressures of daily caregiving, or enables caregivers to reconnect with friends and other family members.
- Safe Environment for Their Child: Offers the child safe, engaging environments and opportunities to socialize, reducing isolation.
- Reduced Crisis/Hospitalization: Regular breaks can lead to reduced hospitalization.
- Personal Time Management: Provides flexibility for caregivers to manage personal errands, attend appointments, or handle work commitments.