In-home respite with bttr.
Reliable relief, quality care, and peace of mind at home, with a flexible day care option when you need it.
Why bttr. respite
Respite is more than a break. It is trust in who is caring and how that care is delivered. bttr. provides structured support, calm routines, and clear communication so families can rest and the person receives respectful, attentive care.
For participants
Support that respects your choices and routines. Time that feels calm, safe, and familiar at home or during day care hours.
- Care that follows your preferences
- Activities you enjoy
- Steady, friendly staff you know
For families
Planned relief with clear scheduling and simple updates so you can rest, work, or take care of what matters.
- Predictable calendars and reminders
- Check-ins and notes after each shift
- Flexible day care option when home is not ideal
For Independent Facilitators and FMS teams
Clean scope, reliable staffing, and documentation that aligns with the person’s plan and budget.
- Clear rate and minimum commitment
- Shift logs and monthly summaries
- Incident reporting and follow up when needed
Core respite supports
In-home care
- Personal care as authorized
- Supervision, companionship, engagement
- Meal prep, snacks, hydration reminders
- Safe transfers and mobility support
- Light housekeeping related to care
- Calm, predictable routines
Day care option
- Structured daytime care blocks
- Activity stations, crafts, reading, music
- Social time and small group interaction
- Quiet space for rest and regulation
- Coordinated pickup and drop-off as planned
- Daily notes shared with families
Community and activities
- Walks, parks, libraries, and local events
- Accessible outings based on interests
- Safe transportation planning
- Sensory-friendly choices
- Simple skills practice during outings
Health and safety
- Medication reminders as authorized
- Allergy and dietary awareness
- Environment safety checks
- De-escalation and calm plans
- Basic first aid and emergency steps
Scheduling and coverage
- Planned calendars and recurring times
- Evening and weekend availability
- Backup coverage when possible
- Holiday planning in advance
- Shift confirmations and reminders
Communication and documentation
- Shift summaries and updates
- Attendance and time logs
- Incident reporting and follow up
- Easy contact with the bttr. team
- Preferences, care notes, and updates
Pricing and terms
Transparent and simple for Self-Determination budgets. Final approval is through your FMS and individual budget.
Estimates are examples. Your Independent Facilitator and FMS finalize your plan and authorize hours.
How to get started with SDP
Set up your plan
- Confirm respite and day care hours in your Self-Determination plan
- List bttr. as your chosen provider at $62/hour
- Include the minimum commitment of 5 hours per day, 2 days per week
Send details to bttr.
- Share your plan summary, contact for your IF, and your FMS
- We confirm staffing, calendars, and start date
- You receive shift reminders and simple after-shift notes
