Family & Caregiver Support
Autism Connection Program
MOFAS
Training & Education
- Regional Potpourri Conference
- Get Set (for Special Educational Success)
- Project Exceptional Training
- Additional Workshops
Make a difference in the lives of families.
The Opening Doors Program is designed to match families in need of a specific type of child care with providers who focus on caring for children with special needs. Providers interested in caring for children with special needs are encouraged to become an Opening Doors provider. Providers are matched with families who request either child care or respite care. Provider referrals are based on a family’s needs, location, provider availability, the child’s special needs, and the provider’s experience or training. Once a referral is made, it is up to the family to contact and select a provider.
Our mission is to assist families in finding quality affordable child care and respite care for children with special needs.
Opening Doors assists providers with the following:
• Referring providers to families looking for respite and childcare
• Finding helpful information about specific disabilities
• Special discounts on various training opportunities
• Information on training sessions, conferences and workshops
• Support and recognition
• Background checks
• Linking providers with community resources
Special needs may include:
• Communication disorders
• Developmental disabilities
• Medical/Health Concerns
• Physical disabilities
• Behavior concerns
• Emotional disabilities
Children ages birth through 21 years.
Informal training is arranged between you and the family. Additional training opportunities are available for those interested. Please call for details.
Families and providers negotiate the pay rate together.
Payment varies depending upon the funding sources, needs of the child, and the experience of the provider.
Parents may ask the following questions:
What is your availability?
Would you be willing to transport my child?
What do you charge?
What about siblings of the child with special needs?
Do you have any specialized training such as CPR, sign language, etc.?
