RESOURCE GUIDES

• Virginia Respite Resource Project Resources

VIRGINIA RESPITE RESOURCE PROJECT RESOURCES

Developing Respite Care Services in Your Community: A Planning Guide (1992)
Before you reinvent the wheel, take advantage of this clear and concise guide which helps agencies and communities determine how to best address the respite needs of families. In a step-by-step format, the guide outlines a method for planners to: clarify the planning process, gather information about models of care and consumer needs, implement a systematic approach to problem solving, and plan a specific course of action. {26 pages plus appendices}

A Parent's Handbook for Finding and Using Respite Care (1994)
This easy to read resource was developed to help families explore respite options in their community. It describes the how families can find respite in their community, who provides respite, how to find specific services, and other useful tips and strategies. For a more comprehensive version of this resource, see A Practical Guide to Respite for Your Family (below). {16 pages}

Family Choice and Control: A Respite Voucher Approach - A Practitioner's Manual (1996)
This document is a "how to" guide for agencies interested in implementing a respite voucher program. The guide contains critical information that covers everything from a rationale for voucher programs, to implementing a program, evaluating its effectiveness, employer/employee information, risk management, and many indispensable sample forms. {33 pages plus appendices}

A Practical Guide to Respite for Your Family (1996)
This comprehensive resource has been disseminated and used widely in Virginia and other states. The guide is packed with information including 9 chapters covering topics such as exploring respite options in your community, checking out agencies and respite sites, finding and hiring a provider, getting to know your provider, ensuring that your respite experience is successful, and much more! In addition the guide contains essential information forms to use that cover areas including emergency and medical information, household rules and discipline, meals, bathing/toileting, and naps/bedtime routines. The guide is contained in a 3-ring binder so that forms can be removed and copied as needed. {36 pages plus 23 pages of respite forms}

Resource Lending Library Catalog/Bibliography (2000)
Recognized as one of the most comprehensive collections of information on respite and related topics, this catalog provides a broad range of resources including books, booklets, journal articles, literature reviews, training resources, and videotapes. Topics include: collaboration/partnerships, cultural diversity, family resources, family support, funding, inclusion, interfaith/congregations, legislation/advocacy, prevention, recreation/leisure, respite services, special health care needs, strategic planning, volunteers, and voucher/cash assistance. NOTE: Library listings available for loan within Virginia. Available nationally as a bibliographic resource. {29 pages}

Year 2005 Summer Camps in Virginia
This statewide directory lists 38 summer camp options available throughout Virginia. Each program listing includes contact information, locations served, age requirements, fees, and a program description. Web site resources are included.
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Virginia Respite Services Directory
This statewide directory lists over 100 respite programs available throughout Virginia. Each program listing includes contact information, locations served, age requirements, fees, and a program description.

TO ORDER: Call the Respite Resource Project at 804-828-8587 for detailed
information about ordering, pricing, and availability. Most resources are available (single copies) free of charge to Virginia residents.
Email: muhl@mail1.vcu.edu