Hennepin County Respite Services Program

Fraser Community Supports

The Fraser home-based respite care program serves young children with special needs who reside in Hennepin County. Fraser provides quality care that meets the diverse needs of each child through stimulating activities. Respite care provides short-term relief for the child’s family or primary caregivers.

This respite care program is through Fraser Community Supports, which provides people with the assistance that they and their families need to maintain and improve personal health, increase independent living skills and assure community participation. Fraser staff members assess needs and work with families to design custom-made programs. Services are tailored based on each person's needs relating to daily living, health, community involvement and behavior.

Ages Served

Children, 6 weeks to 5 years old, with special needs including behavioral, mental, physical, medical or health-related concerns. Children must qualify for early childhood special education.

Our Staff

A team of professionals serves the families and children, including the program director and coordinator and direct-care staff.

• Staff trained in client and family-centered approaches
• Culturally competent
• Spanish speaking available

Location

Services are delivered in the person's home and during community activities as directed by the family and county.

Payment/Funding

This program is funded through the Hennepin County Human Services Department and parent co-payments. Hennepin County determines if a parental fee is required and that fee is based on a sliding-scale.

For information, contact: Community Supports Director (612) 728-5395