Add-On Respite Care Services
Relieve stress, renew your energy, and restore a sense of balance to your life.
Caring for a loved one with diverse abilities can be incredibly rewarding, but it also takes a toll. That’s why we offer short-term, add-on respite care to give family members a well-deserved break.
What makes our respite care different is that we utilize the same trusted trainers who already have a rapport and relationship with your loved one. Because this service is only offered as an add-on, you can feel confident knowing your loved one is supported by someone who knows them well, understands their needs, and has built trust over time.
Whether it’s for a few hours during the day or occasional weekend coverage, you can relax with ease knowing they are in safe and familiar hands.
What Is Add-On Respite Care?
Add-On Respite Care is temporary, short-term care for individuals with diverse abilities, chronic illnesses, and special needs. It is designed to give regular caregivers and family members a break so you can rest, work, or attend to personal matters.
Who Can Benefit From Add-On Respite Care?
Focus on Freedom provides Add-On Respite Care services for people with diverse abilities ages 8 and older. We can offer high-quality care at your home or out in the community in Winnebago County and the Fox Cities area. Please complete the form below to get on our waitlist, and to begin the county authorization process for CLTS funding.
Key Benefits for Parents, Caregivers, and Individuals with Disabilities
Add-On Respite Care provides caregivers with much-needed relief and reduces burnout by providing care for your loved one. It also provides individuals with diverse abilities opportunities for socialization and fun.
Caregiver well-being
Add-On Respite Care gives you much-needed breaks. Take care of your own physical and mental well-being, pursue personal interests, or spend time with friends. Taking time for yourself is key to your own mental and physical health and enables you to be a more effective, patient caregiver.
Social support and networking
If interested, we can connect you with other individuals and support networks in similar situations. This gives you the chance to share experiences, exchange advice, and build a sense of community with people who “get it.”
Personalized care
Add-On Respite Care ensures that your child or dependent receives personalized care and attention in a safe and supportive environment.
Family stability
Add-On Respite Care helps you promote a balanced family dynamic. You can devote time and attention to other family members, which is key to all-around healthy relationships.
“Respite services are also available which makes for more relaxed parents! We recommend Focus on Freedom to anyone who can benefit from it.”
Amy Schoening, Parent
Frequently Asked Questions
Finding a care provider who can step in and help with your loved one’s unique needs is not an easy decision, especially if this is your first time entrusting care to someone else. Check out frequently asked questions to get additional insights about our add-on respite care services, other diverse ability services opportunities, and so much more.
Sign Up For Respite Care Services
If you are interested in using Respite Care services through Focus on Freedom, please complete our brief questionnaire and we will schedule a consultation. From there, we will determine the appropriate trainer for your family. Once you have a trainer assigned to your home, you can work directly with them to schedule respite care. Please note: our current waiting list for Respite Care services is 12 months.
