
Give Respite Care for Foster Kids
Help foster kids by giving temporary respite care. If you’re ready to impact the lives of abused and neglected children, but aren’t quite ready for the commitment to become a foster parent, respite care might be just for you!
Parenting kids is difficult and especially so if they have tragically suffered abuse and neglect. We know children do best when in the care of a loving, long-term, stable family. But even the best of parents need occasional breaks. To support foster parents as they avoid burnout, we connect people interested in giving short-term respite care with families needing temporary relief.
Want to Become a Respite Care Provider?
To become a respite provider in Jackson County, Missouri contact Cornerstones of Care (855-778-5437) and ask to be “referred for respite licensure.” Once you have completed that step, they will provide you with information about respite care and next steps. If you need any help during this process, contact FosterAdopt Connect:
Liz Ullery
816-350-0215 ext. 326
Even Foster Parents Need a Day Off!
Respite events or “Foster Parents Day Out” are events that give foster and adoptive parents a much needed break from their children and a chance for the kids to socialize with other children who have experienced similar situations as their own. After passing a simple background check, you can volunteer at respite events to interact and invest directly in children and help the events be a fun experience for kids!
