Tennessee
Respite Services
Respite Services give primary caregivers planned relief while supported persons continue to receive attentive, individualized care. Respite can be scheduled in advance for short breaks or longer caregiver time away.
Who this service is for
- Family caregivers needing planned or emergency relief
- Support providers needing temporary backup
- Individuals whose care continues during a caregiver's break
What's included
- Planned or emergency short-term support
- In-home or out-of-home respite
- Continuation of daily routines and care needs
- Behavioral respite for higher-needs situations
- Coordination with the person's regular care team
What this supports
- Sustainable caregiving over the long haul
- Safe, familiar care during the break
- Emergency support when life calls for it
How to start
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Reach out.
Call us at (901) 383-9193 or use the contact form. Tell us a little about the person and what kind of support you're looking for.
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We'll help connect you with the right team.
Our team will help determine whether Respite Services may fit, what funding pathways apply, and what information we'll need to move forward.
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Assessment and planning.
If the service is a good fit, we'll work with the person, family, and care team on assessment, intake documents, and a plan that reflects the person's goals.
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Begin support.
Once everything is in place, services begin. Plans are reviewed regularly so support can grow with the person.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can respite be arranged?
Planned respite is scheduled in advance. Emergency respite depends on availability — reach out as early as possible and we'll do everything we can.
Is respite different from Behavioral Respite?
Yes. Regular Respite is general short-term relief. Behavioral Respite is specifically structured for individuals experiencing escalating behaviors.
Where does respite happen?
Sometimes in the person's own home with a respite worker; sometimes in another approved home or respite setting. The choice depends on the person's needs and what's available.
Not sure which service fits?