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Sometimes what you need is a date night, or to get away for a break or you may need support for your child while you take care of important family business. Respite is a frequently requested and needed family support service. It is designed to address the needs of all families in a way that is sensitive to the individual needs of each family situation. It is recommended that families seek out respite as a preventative strategy. Taking a break can help to regain strength and protect the health and well being of everyone in the family network. Respite is an important component of a continuum of comprehensive family support services. It should be available to families not only on a planned basis, but also in emergency situations.


Respite

Maryland Resources

Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Maryland

Autism Speaks
Offers a great list of Respite Care providers. You simply put in your zip code and it lists all of the organizations in your area.

Caring Communities, Inc.
This nonprofit organization provides respite care resources for families of children with disabilities.

Maggie’s Light Foundation

Maryland Developmental Disability Administration Respite Care Services

Maryland Family Health Administration Respite Care

Maryland Respite Care Coalition

Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Respite Services

Pathfinders for Autism 
Explains the sources of funding for respite care


Maryland Department of Human Resources Respite Care Program  



National Resources

ARCH National Respite Network and Resource Center
ARCH works to assist families in locating quality respite care and crisis care services, promote the development of quality programs, and to advocate for those in need.

Family Caregiver Alliance
FCA is a public voice for caregivers and works to support families nationwide who are caring for loved ones.

Hospice
A site that can guide you to your local hospice.

Lifespan Respite Task Force
This includes respite principles, plus a number of state and local respite programs. It also includes draft legislation which is under development at this point.
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