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Join the Mission as a Respite Provider

BEYOND the need for respite providers

You know that children deserve happiness beyond their wildest dreams and you want to help make that possible. Whether you are interested in eventually becoming a foster parent or simply want to help, becoming a respite provider is a great way to join the mission.

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Why Be A Respite Provider?

Respite providers are like the aunts and uncles or grandparents of foster care. You provide a safe and fun place for children to stay for a weekend or a few days. Sometimes foster parents need a respite provider if they have to travel and the children are not able to come along. Other times they simply need a short break. When you provide respite for a child in foster care, you are helping to provide stability and security.

COMPASS RESPITE CARE ROADMAP

Navigate through to see all 6 steps in the process of becoming a respite provider!

Connect with a Compass team member.
Connect with a Compass team member.
Receive an information packet in the mail.
Receive an information packet in the mail.
Complete background checks and confidentiality agreement.
Complete background checks and confidentiality agreement.
Discuss preferences with the Compass team.
Discuss preferences with the Compass team.
Upon approval, get added to the Compass Respite List and await matches.
Upon approval, get added to the Compass Respite List and await matches.
Partake in training throughout the year.
Partake in training throughout the year.

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Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 19:14