What is Respite Care?

Respite care is temporary care provided by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses or home health aides. Such care allows families to take a break from the daily routine of care giving, while making sure that their child is receiving proper attention.  If you are interested in becoming a respite provider, please read the Reimbursement Guidelines for Respite Care below.

Philadelphia Office:
100 N. 20th Street
Suite 201
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-977-8830
215-977-8228 (FAX #)

Pittsburgh Office:
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC
One Children's Hospital Drive
4401 Penn Avenue
AOB, 2nd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA  15224
1-877-KID-VENT

Reimbursement Guidelines for Respite Care

Respite Care Forms

• General Information
• Patient Care Reimbursement
• Provider Form
• Progress Note

Child Abuse Clearance Forms

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form: Additional information may be found on the Department of Public Welfare's website.
  
• PA State Police Request for Criminal Record Check: For more details, visit the State Police website.

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