Little Friends Respite Family Services offers caregivers time for rest and relief from challenges associated with raising a child with special needs. Our program offers multi-week sessions for children with special needs and their siblings featuring indoor and outdoor activities and socialization opportunities. Currently, there is no fee for this program serving children 3-17 and siblings.
Each session is hosted by a lead instructor, paid staff members, and community volunteers.
All participants are guided to engage in structured activities, art projects, gross
and fine motor play while encouraged to socialize. One to one aides are available
as needed. Sessions are ongoing throughout the year.
The goal of the respite program is to provide family-centered care of children with
disabilities and siblings, and respite opportunities to caregivers. The purpose is
to prevent abuse and neglect in the lives of the family members and children we serve.
Organization Address
27555 Diehl Rd, Warrenville, IL 60555
Name and Position of Contact Person
Amber Tinney, Director of Respite Services
Phone Number
(630) 281-1845
Email Address
Website Address
www.littlefriendsinc.org/children/respite-family-services/
Days and Hours Available for Service Learners
- Wednesdays (weekly) 5:15-7:30 p.m.
- Thursdays (weekly) 5:15-7:30 p.m.
- Saturdays (2x/month) 9:45 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Fridays (quarterly) 5:45-8 p.m.
Description of Service Learner Role
Volunteers are assigned between 1-3 participants with disabilities or siblings to engage with and supervise throughout your volunteer shift. Volunteer's main role is to keep participants safe, happy, and engaged throughout duration of program. Staff lead groups through activities, and volunteers encourage participation from the children they are assigned to, and encourage socialization with peers.
Organization Requirements
- Apply online at the following link, be sure to attach signed waivers: www.littlefriendsinc.org/children/respite-family-services/volunteer/
- Sign up on Sign Up Genius website link (will be sent after application is submitted)
- Arrive early for orientation before program begins on your first day
Contact Information
Career Services
Student Services Center (SSC), Room 3373
Regular Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email: csc@cod.edu
Phone: (630) 942-2230
Fax: (630) 942-4596
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