Information to Share with Caregivers
About Locating Respite Resources in King County
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I. Respite Defined
Respite Care is temporary, short–term
relief from caregiving for a parent, child, or other individual who has special
circumstances or special needs that require ongoing care. Special needs
are considered to be disability, or any chronic or terminal physical, emotional,
or mental health condition requiring ongoing care and supervision, including
Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders, developmental disabilities, and
special medical needs particular to children. Special needs include
short-term relief in crisis situations to families or caregivers where there is
potential for abuse, neglect, or domestic violence. This system of
providing respite is known as “Lifespan Respite” in other states.
Respite can be provided in community settings or in a person’s home. This
resource guide includes a list of respite resources in King County. The
resources are listed by in-home versus out-of-home care and by services for
children, adults, or both.
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For more information about the Respite and Crisis Care Coalition of Washington
Contact Mary Jo Magruder at (206) 364-4645 x7010
or email at
mjmagruder@arcofkingcounty.org
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