Respite

Melwood Community Services offers short-term care intended to give families and the person receiving services a break from their daily routines.

Why respite matters 

Respite services are essential for sustaining the well-being of both people with disabilities and their families. For families, respite care provides the opportunity to rest, recharge, and tend to other life demands. For the person receiving services, respite care offers reliable, structured support, ensuring continuity of care, comfort, and personal safety at home.   
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Program outcomes

Respite care offers improved well-being for families and individuals and continuity of care.

Enhanced well-being for families and individuals

Skill Development and Maintenance

Safe and Professional Support

Eligibility criteria 

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 22+

Residency requirements

Maryland

Funding 

Medicaid, self-pay, self-directed

Referrals accepted?

Yes. Referrals, transition fairs, or website