Respite Services
Individuals providing full-time support to children and adults with disabilities occasionally need a respite, or time away, to attend to other matters. Whether time is needed to run errands, take a vacation or attend appointments, Hillcroft’s Respite Services provide trained staff on a short-term basis to support participants while the primary caregiver is unavailable. Respite Services are typically provided in the family’s home but may also take place in community settings.
Hillcroft’s Respite Services are coordinated by Residential Program Supervisors and are provided by direct support professionals (DSP’s) who receive initial and ongoing training including:
• CPR and First Aid,
• Medication Administration,
• Prevention of Abuse and Neglect,
• Positive Behavior Supports,
• Aggression Management,
• Individualized participant training,
• 24-Hours of job shadowing with a previously trained staff member,
• And quarterly Behavior Management training for staff who provide support to participants receiving Behavior Support Services .
Respite Service eligibility and funding is provided through the Bureau of Developmental Disability Services (765-288-6516) or LifeStream Services, Inc. (765-759-1121).
There currently is a waiting list for new Medicaid Waiver services through the Bureau of Developmental Disability Services. Choice funding through LifeStream Services, Inc. varies in its availability.
If interested in learning more about Hillcroft’s Respite Services:
• Complete our electronic contact form or
• Directly contact:
Kenny Rodeffer
Vice President of Residential Services
(765) 284-4166
krodeffer@hillcroft.org
