Respite Care Program 

Respite is a supportive service that brings relief to families from the stresses of the daily, round-the-clock responsibilities of caring for a family member with a disability. Given an opportunity to revitalize and gain new perspectives, the entire family finds the stress of continuous care eased. United Cerebral Palsy of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc (UCP-SEW) offers Respite support services to families in a variety of ways, including:

RESPITE CARE provides family support on an hourly, overnight, or multiple-day basis in the family's home.

RESPITALITY serves families facing a crisis situation, families requesting assistance for a special occasion weekend, or families waiting for Respite Care. It provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a get-away weekend at a hotel while a respite worker cares for the child with a disability and his/her siblings.

Family Friends Program is a unique opportunity that connects individuals with disabilities to a caring volunteer offering companionship and support. Orientation and training is provided to all volunteers who have an interest in being matched to an eligible family and/or assisting at any UCP Respite Event.

RESPITE & RECREATION CLUB offers a fun-filled evening for children with a disability and their siblings ages birth to 18.

Who provides Respite Care?

Respite Care Providers who have training, experience, or an interest in working with persons with disabilities are screened by Respite staff, and referred to families according to skill, needs, and time availability. Providers are trained by the family in the care needs of the person with a disability. Providers are available primarily during evening and weekends to come into the family home and provide the caregiver some time away. Parents are encouraged to use their own resources to find respite providers that will best meet the needs of their family.

What is the cost for Respite Care?

Respite fees vary, determined on a sliding scale based on monthly family income and number of family members. Respite care is available to all eligible individuals, regardless of financial status.

How can a family sign up for UCP's Respite Care program?

Families interested in the program should call the UCP office to arrange a home visit by a team member.


 

CAMP LISTINGS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 
Listing ranges from camps for adults with a developmental disability to horseback riding camps.

 

 

NEW! Available online - UCP's Respite Care Reimbursement Form.

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Click here to download the July 2008 Respite Newsletter

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2007 - 2008 Respite Events

We will be sending out letters of registration confirmation Sept 14th.   If you are going to register after Sept 14th you should call first to check on availability

 

DATE
EVENT
TIME
LOCATION

2007

September 28 R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Wil-O-Way Underwood - Wauwatosa
October 5th R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Schuetze Rec. Center - Waukesha
November 2nd R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Schuetze Rec. Center - Waukesha
November 9th R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Wil-O-Way Underwood - Wauwatosa
December 7th R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Schuetze Rec. Center - Waukesha
December 14th R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Wil-O-Way Underwood - Wauwatosa

2008

February TBD R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Schuetze Rec. Center - Waukesha
February TBD R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Wil-O-Way Underwood - Wauwatosa
March TBD R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Schuetze Rec. Center - Waukesha
March TBD R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Wil-O-Way Underwood - Wauwatosa
April TBD R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm Schuetze Rec. Center - Waukesha
April TDB R&R Club 5:30 - 8:30pm

Wil-O-Way Underwood - Wauwatosa

Location Maps

Schuetze Recreation Center - Waukesha

Wil-O-Way Underwood Recreation Center - Wauwatosa

For more information about these events, please contact Respite Care


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