Statewide and Nationwide
Grandparent and Kinship Care Supports
Programs in which the full time care, supervision, nurturing and protection of a minor child is the responsibility of a grandparent, aunt, uncle or other relative, member of the child’s tribe or clan, godparent, stepparent, friend of family or another adult who has a long-standing relationship with the child or the family. In many cases, the programs are specifically for grandparents including those raising grandchildren.
Kinship Navigators, Family First Virginia
Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS)
5600 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
Main:
(804) 726-7000
Respite Care
Temporary care provided in the home or at another location for someone needing assistance with daily living activities to allow a break for the usual care provider.
Respite Care Support
ALS Association, DC/MD/VA Chapter
1275 K Street NW , Suite 250, Washington, DC, 20005
Main:
(301) 978-9855
Toll Free:
(866) 348-3257
Respite Care
Camp Holiday Trails
400 Holiday Trails Lane, Charlottesville, VA, 22903
Main:
(434) 977-3781
Fax:
(434) 977-8814
Respite Services for Individuals with Disabilities
Easter Seals UCP
900 Camp Easter Seals Road, New Castle, VA, 24127
Main:
(540) 777-7325
Fax:
(804) 633-6203
Hidden Heroes, Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers
Elizabeth Dole Foundation
600 New Hampshire Avenue, Northwest,, Suite 1020, Washington, DC, 20037
Main:
(202) 249-7170
Respite Camps
Muscular Dystrophy Association
161 N. Clark, Suite 3550, Chicago, IL, 60601
Main:
(833) 275-6321
Respite Care for Veterans
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
810 Vermont Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20420