When families use respite
Ways to access respite
- • DODD waivers: community respite and residential respite may be authorized through your service plan and county board.
- • MyCare Ohio & waiver plans: some plans include in-home respite — we verify your coverage before care begins.
- • Private pay: flexible respite with no waiver required, where staffing allows.
Respite Care — Frequently Asked Questions
Respite care is short-term relief for family caregivers. A trained caregiver steps in — for a few hours, a day, or on a recurring schedule — so the primary caregiver can rest, work or handle other responsibilities while their loved one stays safe at home.
Respite may be covered under Ohio DODD waivers (community or residential respite), some MyCare Ohio plans, or arranged privately with no waiver required. We verify eligibility and authorization with your plan before services begin, and private-pay respite is available where staffing allows.
Yes. Many families schedule regular weekly respite so the primary caregiver gets a dependable break. One-time and short-notice requests are also welcome — availability depends on staffing and location.
Contact us at (614) 526-1548. Timing depends on your county, schedule and, for waiver-funded respite, authorization from your plan or county board. Private-pay respite can often begin sooner.