Faq's

No, your child cannot bring phones or laptops. To protect the confidentiality of all children in our care and ensure that website content is monitored, phones and other electronic devices are not permitted at the respite house.

Living Wellness Respite Retreat (LWRR) provides all necessary clothing, including shirts, pants, pajamas, and undergarments for children in our care. To maintain safety and sanitation, outside clothing is not allowed in the facility.

Exceptions include:

Teens may bring their own undergarments (e.g., bras).

Sensory-friendly garments, such as tag-less clothing.

Clothing worn into the facility will be heat-treated, laundered, and stored for discharge. Please avoid sending expensive garments, as they will undergo heat treatment.

No, you do not need to bring food for your child. We provide all meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and both afternoon and evening snacks. Our menus are carefully designed following USDA guidelines to ensure healthy and nutritious options for your child.

Yes, your child will participate in field trips. Living Wellness Respite Retreat (LWRR) has partnered with various community providers to offer a range of educational, entertaining, and enriching opportunities. These include, but are not limited to:

Trips to local libraries, the YMCA, parks, and museums

Group activities at community centers or gyms

Gardening

Cooking classes

Arts & crafts

Music Classes

No, your child will not need money for activities. Living Wellness Respite Inc. (LWRR) covers all expenses for outings and field trips.

Our approach to discipline focuses on nurturing each child with care, patience, and understanding. However, we recognize that misbehavior may occur, such as hitting, kicking, spitting, or other hostile actions that could harm others. When responding to these behaviors, we adhere to the following guidelines:

We **do not** use:

Threats or bribes

Physical punishment, even if requested by the parent

Deprivation of food or other basic needs

Humiliation or isolation

Therapeutic holds

Instead, we take the following steps:

Follow proactive measures outlined in the crisis plan (if applicable)

Treat your child with respect

Establish clear rules and provide choices

Be consistent in enforcing rules

Use positive language to encourage desired behavior

Redirect your child to new activities

Offer 1-on-1 redirection or de-escalation techniques when possible within the staffing ratio.

Our child-to-provider ratio is 1-to-4, ensuring each child receives personalized attention and care in a safe and supportive environment.

Yes, we gladly accept donations! Monetary and gift donations can be sent to our non-profit 501(c)(3), **Living Wellness Respite Inc.**, which helps caregivers cover respite care costs. Your contributions make a meaningful difference in supporting families in need.

Yes, when it comes to administering medication, we follow strict protocols to ensure the safety and well-being of every child. Medication can only be given with written consent from the parent or guardian, must be brought in a prescribed bottle, and clear instructions from a healthcare provider. We store medications securely and document each dose to ensure accurate administration.