Service Description: Respite care is a form of short-term substitute care provided by someone other than the parents or usual carers for a child. Respite care is a key support to families and is organised to suit the needs of the particular child and family. It can take place in a hospital, residential setting or in the child's own home. It gives parents free time to give them a rest, to spend time with their other children or in an emergency.
Also known as:- Part Time Fostering, Residential Care
Answer: The Isle of Wight Council runs the Family Link Scheme. The Fostering and Adoption Services Team co-ordinate the scheme and recruit carers. Referrals are made to the scheme by the workers from the First Reponse Team. Telephone 01983 814374 - Related Link