Respite Care is short-term care designed to give the primary care giver a break and to diffuse stressful situations. This service provides youth an opportunity to engage with a staff in their interests and preferred activities.

Respite Care in Boise & Nampa

Access Behavioral Health Services provides Respite Care for youth with a serious emotional disturbance (SED) across Boise, Nampa, Caldwell, and the Treasure Valley. This short-term care gives caregivers a needed break while youth engage with our staff in their interests and preferred activities.

Getting Started

Call (208) 338-4699 to learn whether Respite Care is right for your family, or dial (208) 338-4699 ext 12 to reach our referral line. We accept Idaho Medicaid.

New families can complete our minor intake paperwork to get started.

Have a question or referral? Use our online contact form.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Respite Care?

Respite Care is short-term care that gives a primary caregiver a break and helps diffuse stressful situations while a youth engages with staff in preferred activities.

Who qualifies for Respite Care?

Youth with a serious emotional disturbance (SED) across the Boise and Nampa-Caldwell areas may qualify.