Overnight Respite is the culmination of seven years' planning and preparation, 100% privately funded and a key component of HOPe's offereings. Currently offered one Saturday per month, upcoming respite dates are: August 28, September 25, October 30, November 27, December 18.
Overnight Respite provides families of children with developmental and physical disabilities an opportunity for children to engage in a program of meaningful, social and recreational activities in a secure and supportive environment. The program also offers a chance to maximize the cognitive and social abilities of these children. This program opens up unique opportunities and activities that enhance a child’s social growth and development, and it allows families to relax into a weekend free of being “on call.” In addition, the child learns independence and self care skills. Many of these children have never had the opportunity to stay in a home other than their own. In an effort to prepare these children for eventual separation from parents, children learn to adapt in a new environment.
Please contact HOPe at 508-205-0555, or houseofpossibilities@comcast.net for more information.