Respite Care is designed to give a primary caregivers a break. Designed  for youth, aged 3 to18 years old. Youth are provided the opportunity to engage with a professional in their interests and preferred activities in both the home and the community.

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. 

Getting Started

Call (208) 338-4699 EXT 150 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 YES Medicaid for respite services.

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 do Respite Care providers do?

We keep kids safe so the primary caregiver can have a break. 

Who qualifies for Respite Care?

A caregiver experiencing strain with one or more Youths with a mental health diagnosis.

How do I get Yes Medicaid?

Call Liberty Health Care and have a CANS completed for each child wanting to access respite. 1-877-305-3469

How many hours of respite can I get?

300 hours every year. About 6 hours a week every week for a year.