What is REST?

Respite Education and Support Tools (REST) training is a unique, interactive training program, where you will receive the education and tools needed to be confident and successful in providing respite care to adults and children.  Training topics will include:

  • Defining respite
  • Defining the role of a respite worker
  • Coping strategies for you and the caregiver
  • Confidentiality
  • Communication techniques
  • Respecting independence and abilities of the care receiver
  • Family diversity
  • Adapting activities
  • Universal precautions
  • Abuse/neglect and crisis intervention
  • Understanding behaviors