Respite & Crisis Care
Our Program Vision:
To expand the definition of "Respite" and develop Respite and Crisis Care services that addresses the diverse yet unique needs of caregivers of Illinois Communities. We'll serve as a resource and create systemic supports to care for those who care for others while strengthening, and stabilizing families allowing them to be healthy emotionally, physically, psychologically, and financially while they continue to nurture and care for our most precious jewels.
Who We Serve:
Families with children, kinship caregivers, substitute care agencies in need of Respite or Crisis care services or respite referrals. We know what is meant by "I need a break now!"
What is Respite?
Respite is a temporary break, short-term care for families in crisis. Those who would benefit are foster/adoptive parents, kinship/grandparent caregivers, families with special needs, post-partum moms, children caring for elderly parents or just families needing a break. In most cases respite is planned. However due to unforeseen emergencies the service becomes crisis care. Respite helps to prevent out of home placements, abuse and neglect.
Unlike daycare, this family preservation service can include overnight stays for extended periods without interruptions of the child’s daily routine.
Time for a break?
Diamonds in the Ruff’s respite facility has been secured and is currently seeking funding for renovation. Prior to opening, families will be contacted via social service agencies or your local LAN. Be sure to ask your case manager or doctor about Respite and request the service. The home style setting will provide:
24 hours to 2 weeks respite schedules
3 meals per day
Transitional visits
Contracted agency slots
Playtime
Referrals to other respite provider services
Children rap sessions
Homework assistance
Caregivers stress sessions…...and more
ICAR was developed in 2003 to create a voice for caregivers statewide on the need for Lifespan respite services. ICAR also serves as an information depot to share knowledge and resources about respite.
Who - Caregivers, providers, advocates and legislators
When - The last Saturday of each month
Why - To provide a forum for caregivers at the most convenient time and location for caregivers to participate.
- Get input on developing a respite system that works across Lifespan and statewide.
- Provide wellness techniques for healthy family preservation
- Opportunity for dialogue with legislators
Where - Meetings are held primarily at Public Libraries rotating throughout the state. Lifespan respite is the focus of this alliance of caregivers. These caregivers cover a broad spectrum such as those caring for children, the elderly as well as the disabled.
