Respite

We serve participants who are unable to care for themselves in order to relieve those persons who normally provide care for them.  Respite may be provided in the participant’s home, a DHS licensed group home, or another community-based setting approved by DHS. Some settings, such as a hotel, may be approved by the State for use when other options are not available.

Weekend Respite Program 2020

Medieval Times

January 24-26

Pocono Snowshoe

February 21-23

Pottery Party

March 13-15

Liberty State Park

April 17-19

Flower Farm

May 15-17

Highland Hikes

June 12-14

Backyard BBQ

July 17-19

Beach Bash

August 14-16

Hay ride /Pumpkin Picking

Sept. 18-20

Venture to Leafy Lanes

Oct. 16-18

Edison House

Nov. 13-15

Elf’s Workshop

Dec. 11-13

Programs are subject to change

A Sample Schedule

The weekend respite / community inclusion program generally runs from Friday to Sunday afternoon. It usually takes place in a hotel or Airbnb property. The activities accommodate a wide range of physical and developmental capabilities and can be customized to the individual participants.

Friday:

3-5 PM Arrival to the location

6-8 PM Meet and greet reception/dinner

9-10 PM Reading /Quiet time

Saturday:

7:00 AM English breakfast

8:00 AM Outings

12:00 PM Buffet lunch

2:00 PM Outings

6:00 PM Formal dinner

8:00 -10:00 PM Movie night

Sunday:

7:00 AM Continental breakfast

8:00 AM Outdoor / Craft depending on weather

11:00 AM Making your own gourmet pizza

1:00 PM Quiet time

2:00 PM Packing

3:00 PM Return home