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Search Respite Care in MAWhat 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.
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Your Regional Office
Greater Boston Area Office
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📍 65 Sprague St, Hyde Park, MA 02136, Hyde Park 02136
🕐 Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - confirm with office)
Massachusetts residents with an intellectual disability or developmental disability that occurred before the age of 22, substantially limits their capacity to provide for their own care and protection, and constitutes a substantial handicap.
Massachusetts 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.