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Respite Care Providers in Staten Island
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
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Your Regional Office
Metro, Brooklyn, Staten Island & Bernard Fineson DDRO
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📍 75 Morton Street, New York, NY 10014, New York 10014
🕐 Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - confirm with office directly)
Individuals with developmental disabilities who are residents of New York State and meet specific diagnostic criteria are eligible for services.
New York Resources
Key Laws
Autism Insurance Reform Act
Requires health insurance to cover autism diagnosis and treatment including ABA therapy.
Timothy's Law
Mental health parity law ensuring coverage for behavioral health conditions.
Funding Sources
OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities)
New York's state agency providing services through DDROs (Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices).
Medicaid Waiver
HCBS waiver provides home and community-based services.
Private Insurance
ABA coverage mandated. Contact your insurer for specifics.
School District (CPSE/CSE)
Services through Committee on Preschool Special Education (ages 3-5) and Committee on Special Education (5+).
Early Intervention (EIP)
Free services for children 0-3 through county health departments.