IN-HOME RESPITE This program provides a substitute caregiver in the home so that parents/caregivers are offered a "time out". Parents/caregivers are then able to focus more readily on their own needs with the assurance that their family member is well cared for. Back to Program List RECREATION RESPITE (After School Program) This program offers individuals a structured fun-filled learning environment. Participants have an opportunity to increase their communication, socialization, interpersonal, and educational skills through sports, games, arts and crafts, music, and other recreational activities. This program is located in the Dryden Street School in Westbury. Hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:15 PM - 6:00 PM. Transportation to the site maybe provided by the school district. Parents or caregivers are responsible for picking up their participants promptly at 6:00 PM. REQUIREMENTS Diagnosed with a developmental disability, i.e. mental retardation, CP, PDD, etc. Indendent in ADL skills; i.e. using lavatory independent. No major behavior issues; i.e. aggressive behavior and wandering. Parents are responsible for picking up their child at the end of the program. WE DO NOT PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO AND/OR FROM THE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM. Arrangements may be made through the local school district for the child to be transported to the program. Back to Program List SATURDAY WEEKEND RESPITE (Recreation Program) This program provides educational, social, and cultural activities for individuals. Hours of operation are from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM with focus on community integration and helping consumers to develop an independent leisure lifestyle. The program is located at St. Johns Episcopal Church, 536 South Franklin Street, Hempstead, NY 11550. REQUIREMENTS Diagnosed with a developmental disability, i.e. mental retardation, CP, PDD, etc. Independence cen ADL skills; i.e. using lavatory independent. No major behavior issues; i.e. aggressive behavior and wandering. Parents are responsible for picking up their child at the end of the program. WE DO NOT PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO AND/OR FROM THE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM. For more information, please contact us at (516) 338-8777. Back to Program List