Respite Services for Children.
Iowa Family Services provides respite to children who receive services through the Children’s Mental Health Waiver and the Intellectual Disability Waiver across the state of Iowa.
Empower children & families, to promote healthy growth & development by providing high-quality services to our consumers resulting in lifelong successes & strengthening of families & communities
At Iowa Family Services, we are passionate about working with families. We strive to ensure respite is the right fit for each family and child. We will work to find a respite opportunity that best meets the needs of every family and child initially and throughout respite services. We would love to partner with you to provide respite care to meet your families’ individual needs.
Respite provides a temporary break.
Children and families are able to ensure respite providers and settings are the right fit for them. Respite can be provided in a group or individual setting.
Respite is flexible.
Respite can take place in the consumer’s home, provider’s home or in the community. Respite can consist of playing games, swimming or attending community activities.
Respite is personable.
Children and families are able to ensure respite providers and settings are the right fit for them. Respite can be provided in a group or individual setting.
Our Mission
Empower children and families to promote healthy growth and development by providing high-quality services to our consumers resulting in lifelong successes and strengthening of families and communities.
Values
Our consumers and providers are the center of our business. Our values guide us in our everyday actions.
Passion for Excellence: We are committed to building a culture of high-performing and knowledgeable individuals that work together in a positive environment.
Integrity: We hold ourselves to the highest level of ethical standards.
Communication: We strive for open, positive and honest communication between families, providers and the care team .
Inclusiveness: We show respect for and value all individuals for their diverse backgrounds and experiences.