Holly Hill Respite

Respite is defined as a 'brief interval of rest'. The Holly Hill home provides a home-like atmosphere and safe place for guests with developmental disabilities to stay while their families are enjoying an evening out, a weekend away, or a two-week vacation.   The house is designed to accommodate four overnight guests in private bedrooms while sharing the use of a bathroom with another guest. The home is completely accessible for its guests. Encouraging guests to bring their favorite items from home enhances a home-like atmosphere. Food preferences are respected whenever possible and favorite activities are included in the routine.  Respite services are available to families and relatives of individuals with developmental disabilities, specifically people with complex needs. Individuals who have limited self-help skills, complex medical needs are encouraged to use services. The home is not suited to people who: 1) already have respite available to them; 2) to people who need nursing care or need to recuperate from medical treatment; 3) to people who need stabilization; or 4) to people who are dangerous to themselves or others.  The Clayton Center Respite Program provides a brief period of support or relief for caregivers or individuals with disabilities. Respite is provided: 1) when a consumer is experiencing a crisis and needs short term support; 2) when families or the usual caretakers are in need of additional support or relief; or 3) when the consumer needs relief or a break from the caretaker. Services can be provided during the day, as well as overnight.