Respite Program
Service Description
Respite Care is temporary care in the home or community for children and adolescents aged 4 to 17 with emotional or behavioral special needs to provide relief to their caregivers. Each child is allotted 48 hours of respite services which is usually spread over 12 weeks.
How to make an appointment
Referrals may come from The System of Care Collaboratives both in
the Southeast and in the Northeast.
What to bring for your first visit
Upon acceptance of the referral, the coordinator will contact the family to set up an intake interview in the home at the family’s convenience.
Insurance Info
There is no fee for the client.
Contact Info
Jill Coffin, Supervisor
77 East Town Street
Norwich, CT 06360
Telephone: 860-822-4176
Fax: 860-859-4420
Location
This program serves families and children in the entire eastern region of the state.
Hours
Hours vary depending on the needs and desires of the families.
