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Respite Care Providers in Athens
📍 126 Barrington Drive
What to Look For in Respite Care
Respite care providers give parents temporary relief from caregiving. They may provide in-home care, take children to activities, or offer overnight stays, giving families much-needed breaks.
- ✓Experience with autism and special needs
- ✓Background check and references
- ✓Training in behavior management
- ✓First aid/CPR certification
- ✓Compatibility with your child
Insurance: Regional Centers often fund respite hours for eligible families. Some insurance plans cover respite through home health benefits. Medicaid waivers may include respite.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get respite care through Regional Center?▾
What qualifications should a respite provider have?▾
Can respite providers take my child into the community?▾
How do I find trustworthy respite providers?▾
Your Regional Office
Region 2 - North Central
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📍 503 Oak Street, Gainesville, GA 30501, Gainesville 30501
🕐 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - may vary by department)
Individuals with developmental disabilities who meet Georgia residency requirements and eligibility criteria as defined by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Eligibility is determined through an assessment process.
Georgia Resources
Funding Sources
Medicaid/State Program
Contact your state's Medicaid agency for autism-related services and waiver programs.
Private Insurance
Many states mandate autism coverage. Check your plan's benefits.
School District (IEP)
Free Appropriate Public Education for children ages 3-22 with disabilities.
Early Intervention
Federally mandated services for children 0-3 with developmental delays.