Rest & Relief to Strengthen Families
Taking care of a child with special needs can be both rewarding and challenging. AccessPoint’s respite services offer a break for families by providing specialized caregivers to care for your child.
Respite is designed to give you the chance to participate in personal activities and enjoy rest and relaxation. Staff may also be utilized to provide extra support during urgent situations.
Respite offers families:
- Opportunities for self-care
- Specialized support in an emergency
- Thorough screening of staff
- A focus on the safety of your child
- Peace of mind while away
Your family has the opportunity to choose its own respite staff. All staff will be vetted via background checks and thorough screenings. Select available staff training can also be selected by your family to add any specialized skills required to meet your child’s needs.
Who is eligible:
Families of children who have been determined eligible by the Rhode Island Department of Human Services.
Contact
Crystal Ducharme
Program Director
401-228-3940
cducharme@accesspointri.org