“Compassion, Acceptance & Respect”
About Us
Needed Respite Care is an in-home Respite Care Agency that works with children, teens, and adults on the Autism spectrum and other related developmental disabilities. Our services are designed to help parents or caregivers caring for someone with a disability to take a much needed break from their everyday challenging routine, providing parents and families temporary relief to relax, to run errands, work, etc., while keeping their child engaged in safe, fun, and functional activities in their home.
Our founder and Executive Director uses a person-centered approach with all of the families. It is an individualistic approach, understanding that every family is different and has different needs. The Executive Director has his Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and has worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years.
He oversees the needs of our staff as well as running the daily operations of the program.
At Needed Respite Care, our families are our top priority and we strive to provide the best quality care for your loved one. Our team is reliable, trustworthy, and hard working; we do whatever it takes to help our families get the break they deserve. We are tirelessly committed to keeping your family dynamic at its best by using our expertise to match your loved one and family with a compatible respite care provider.
Services
Needed Respite Care prides itself in providing high quality care for all of our families. Most families who care for a loved one with a disability require in home Respite. This type of respite care allows your loved one to be more comfortable by not having to adjust to a new environment and be in the comfort of their home. Our caregivers know what it takes to provide compassionate care for those in need. Knowing your loved one is in caring hands means that you can recharge without worry.
Respite Services
• Giving parents/caregivers
a much-needed break.
• Assisting with daily living needs.
(Help with chores, getting dressed, eating, etc.)
• Promoting safety awareness
• Maintaining daily routines
Personal Assistance
• Provide one to one assistance in the community such as after school programs, college, etc.
• Assist with making sure they are participating with their peers
• Promote safety awareness
Service Areas
Many of our clients come to us from the North Los Angeles County Regional Center and Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center. We are vendored with both regional centers by the state’s Department of Developmental Service (DDS) to provide Respite Services and Personal Assistance. To learn more about the regional center in your area, please visit DDS Zip Code Lookup.
Department of Developmental Services
www.dds.ca.gov/complaints
Getting Started
Call (626) 354-0931 or email sam@neededrespite.com to learn more about Needed Respite Care and we will walk you through the process to get you started.