Family Support
Respite Care for Foster Families
A short-term, licensed break for foster and kinship caregivers — because caring for a child is a 24-hour job, and everyone needs time to recharge.
Overview
What is Respite Care for Foster Families?
Respite care is a special name for a short-term break for caregivers. When you look after someone who requires special attention and maximum demands, it is a 24-hour job — and you need a break from time to time to look after your own needs, too.
Our respite care gives foster and kinship families a safe, caring place to entrust their child for a few hours or a few days. Children are welcomed into a kid-friendly, supervised environment while caregivers rest, attend to responsibilities, or simply recharge.
Why families choose us
What this service includes
Safe & licensed
A vetted, supervised environment caregivers can trust.
Flexible duration
From a few hours to a short stay, arranged around your needs.
Kid-friendly
Comfortable spaces and activities that put children at ease.
Caregiver support
Real relief so you can avoid burnout and keep going strong.
Easy scheduling
Daytime, evening, and weekend availability.
Agency-friendly
We coordinate smoothly with placement agencies and DFS.
The process
What to expect
Reach out
Tell us your situation and the dates you need covered.
Quick intake
We gather the essentials about the child’s care needs.
Respite stay
Your child is cared for in our safe, welcoming space.
Recharge
You take the break you need with peace of mind.
Questions
Frequently asked Questions
Who qualifies for respite care?
Respite care supports foster and kinship caregivers who need a short-term, trusted break. Reach out and we will walk you through the details.
How long can respite care last?
It is flexible — from a few hours to a short stay — depending on your needs and arrangement.
Is respite care available on weekends?
Yes. Our Respite Care and Safe Exchange hours run 7 AM–7 PM on weekdays, with weekends available by appointment.
Let’s find the right path for your family
Our team will help you understand referrals, scheduling, and what to expect — with care and zero judgment.
Respite Care for Children with ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, and Behavioral Challenges
Welcome to The
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Solution, your Respite Care Services! We understand the challenges parents face when raising children with behavioral/mental health challenges. Our tailored respite care services aim to give you the break to continue with day-to-day tasks or get a deserved break knowing your kiddo will be well taken care of.
Explore The Most Common Issues
- Children getting kicked out of school for behavioral problems.
- Children dealing with ADHD, anxiety, autism, and various mental health concerns often struggle with over stimulating environments.
- Finding family members who can watch your child while you get well deserved me time.
- A child is experiencing challenges related to bipolar disorder, anger, and depression, often exhibiting behaviors such as hitting, throwing, or biting. We are actively working to minimize these behaviors through targeted interventions and support.
- Developing parenting techniques.
- Struggling to find specialized care who can work with reducing the behaviors.
Respite Care Visit Procedure
Caregivers can drop the loved one off at our site completing a short informational packet pertaining to any issues or concerns regarding their loved one (ex. allergies, medication, behavioral concerns, etc.).
During a 12-hour day, there will be,
- An hour of behavioral techniques (de escalation techniques, processing group, educational discussion, etc)
- An hour of creative engagement to stimulate the mind and regulate the nervous system (art, music, dance, etc)
- An hour of recreation and free play and
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks
Note: Lunch and dinner are available upon length of stay.
We are open Monday- Friday with openings on Saturday and Sunday upon request. The hours of operation are 07:00 am – 06:00 pm.
Provides an immediate solution for parents seeking a consistent break.
We Specialize in Tailored Support
Our respite services are open to families who call in directly or who are referred by the Department of Family Services (DFS) with the intention of providing a supportive and safe environment. The children receiving our respite services are provided with engaging activities and therapeutic intervention and educational support.
Discover how our respite care caters specifically to children with ADHD and mood disorders and children navigating bipolar, anger, and depression. We prioritize creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for every child.
You Can Extend Your Breaks
For those needing more extended relief, may set up respite care for a few hours, a day, a few days, or a few weeks. Our respite care services are available to foster, kinship, and adoptive families, as well as birth families in need of support. Our services ensures a comprehensive and productive break for parents who need time to recharge.
FTTC Care for Caregivers & Children Between Respite Stays
Respite offers short-term relief. FTTC therapy helps caregivers and children thrive long-term:
Individual Counseling
Support for foster/kinship caregivers and children working through placement transitions, grief, or behavior changes.
Group Counseling
Peer support and skills for caregivers (stress, burnout, boundaries) and developmentally appropriate groups for youth.
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
For young children with challenging behaviors; live coaching builds calmer routines at home.
Virtual Reality Therapy
Safe, clinician-guided practice for anxiety triggers (new schools, public places) that often arise after placement changes.
Alpha-Stim®
A non-pharmacologic adjunct that may help with anxiety, insomnia, or pain in qualifying cases.
Continue the support beyond respite—book therapy with FTTC.
Parental Well-being and Skills Development
We recognize the importance of not only providing a break for parents but also offering support in developing new parenting strategies. Our services aim to empower parents and caregivers, fostering a nurturing environment at home and in the community.
Parents may gain insight into their children’s diagnosis and develop new skills to reduce behaviors and self-care through TTS Academy.