Respite Ideas!

As part of my placement  I am creating a list of ideas/activities for respite workers to do with their service recipients . One of the common questions that my supervisor gets in regards to working with respite care participants is what activities can they do together that are LOW COST and FUN. I have created a pinterest board that I hope helps people find creative, fun and enjoyable activities.

I hope that this pinterest board can be an inspiration for those working with individuals with special needs. I am planning on becoming a respite worker-likely with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder.

For those who are wondering, respite work is described as "planned short-term and time-limited breaks for families and other unpaid caregivers of children with a developmental delay and adults with an intellectual disability in order to support and maintain the primary care giving relationship."

Aside from just being a "break" for the primarily caregivers, respite care should also be an enjoyable and can  be a learning experience for the person receiving the care. Hopefully my list helps create a more enjoyable experience for both the caregiver and the individual receiving care!

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