At Kids On The Move, we understand that having a young child with special needs, quite often, requires a tremendous amount of time and energy. This is why we offer respite care.
Respite Care Utah at Kids On The Move is the temporary care of children with special needs, providing a short period of rest or relief to their usual caregivers. We provide Respite Care for children with special needs to give their families a 3 hour break on weekend nights so caregivers can relieve stress, renew energy, and restore balance. We also offer fee-based, weekday respite care services by appointment only.
Who is Eligible
We serve children who are:
birth to 12 years old
diagnosed with a special need that is an intellectual, behavioral, or physical disability.
able to be at respite until 9:00 p.m. without it disturbing their bedtime routine.
not on 100% oxygen or excessively medically fragile.
free of a history of sexually inappropriate or aggressive behavior.
in a family that does not already have resources that provides them with a break from caregiving.
Welch’s fruit snacks (Welch’s has the preferred texture for our clients and is gluten free),
Bottled water – standard size
Popular board games
New hard plastic toys with no small pieces.
Location
KIDS ON THE MOVE – OREM
475 W 260 N, Orem, UT 84057
Frequently Asked Questions
What does respite care cost?
Our program is free to families. We are funded through generous foundations, corporations, fundraising events, and individual donations. Our fee-based program, by appointment only, is $20 per hour.
How often can my child attend respite?
Because we have a waiting list, we currently offer one night per month to each family. There is an on-call list for families waiting for services.
What does a typical night of respite look like for my child?
At every respite night, we have two staff members on-site depending on the needs of the child – one is a nurse or a behavioral center manager, and the other is a volunteer supervisor. The respite staff will pair your child with a screened, trained volunteer who will spend the evening playing with your child and keeping her/him in a safe group environment. We provide one-on-one care. Our respite staff checks on each child/volunteer pair every 15 minutes to ensure their safety and happiness. We require our volunteers to never be alone with their children and to stay in a group environment.
What is the typical schedule?
6:00 -7:30 p.m. – Free play (Recreational and/or Educational plans are developed if parents request them.)
7:30 p.m. – Peanut-free snacks are offered.
8:00 p.m. – Play continues at our colorful, fun facility, or a movie is offered as a choice.
9:00 p.m. – Children are picked up by their awesome parents
How are my child’s toileting needs met at respite?
For toileting needs, we have children of all ages who are completely dependent and need diaper changes. We also have children who are completely independent. When a child requires a diaper change or needs to use the restroom independently, two people are always present– a member of our staff and a volunteer. Children are allowed their privacy based on their ability to use the restroom.
How are my child’s behavior and medical needs addressed?
At the intake interview, we will review any behavioral and medical needs regarding your child. Either the nurse or our behavioral center manager will develop a plan to handle your child’s needs in a positive, loving way.
Are typical siblings eligible to attend respite nights?
Our program is limited to only children with behavioral and/or physical disabilities.
Where can I find services, if my child is older than 13 years?
Weekday Respite Care is a paid option for parents of children with special needs to have a safe place to leave their child(ren) for a short period of time during the day. Parents may want to go grocery shopping, schedule doctor appointments, meet with a friend, or have some alone time for themselves. Qualified respite staff along with the help of volunteers provide this respite care.
COST:
$20 per hour per child. Caregivers can schedule up to three hours. Payment by credit card or check following care.
WHERE:
Located at our Lehi classroom, 850 South 1700 West Lehi, UT 84043
WHEN:
The second Wednesday of each month from 2-5pm.
WHO:
Children birth to 12 years old – only children who don’t require nursing care and meet our behavioral criteria.
HOW TO SCHEDULE:
Schedule directly with the Respite Care Director by calling 801.221.9930, Extension 207
ANY QUESTIONS:
Call our Respite Care Director at 801.221.9930, Extension 207
Location
LEHI, UT | 850 SOUTH 1700 WEST LEHI, UT 84043
Our Lehi Utah Fee-based Weekday Respite Care services are held within the Kids On The Move satellite location. This satellite location is a classroom on the Southeast grounds of Snow Springs Elementary School and has Kids On the Move signage. This lovely little classroom space is perfect for children with special needs with two fun playrooms.
Mat Dastrup, CFO
Mat Datstrop, Chief Financial Officer at KOTM, truly embodies a blend of expertise and visionary leadership. Joining Kids on the Move in September 2019, Mat brought a rich history of accomplishments, having served as CFO for manufacturing and software companies. His successful track record includes starting and selling three businesses, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic insight. As a licensed CPA and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Mat’s skill set is uniquely suited to driving innovation and accuracy within financial processes. His passion for integrating technology and developing robust accounting systems positions KOTM for long-term success. In his role, Mat is deeply dedicated to creating sustainable impacts that will echo throughout KOTM for decades. His presence in the organization is marked by a steadfast commitment to fostering an environment of lasting change, ensuring families benefit from his transformative work well into the future.
Ryan Erickson, COO
Ryan Erickson, the Chief Operating Officer of KOTM, brings a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to nurturing innovation and growth. With over two decades spent as a thought leader and innovator in executive leadership roles across the medical, technical consulting, and information technology sectors, Ryan’s expertise is unparalleled. His dedication to mentoring entrepreneurs and CEOs on transforming ideas into reality speaks to his compassionate nature and deep-seated commitment to growth. Ryan views his role at KOTM as a unique opportunity to guide the organization into its next 40 years, shaping a resilient and forward-thinking future. His diverse skill set enables KOTM to not only meet current challenges with agility but also to strategically position itself for sustainable development and lasting impact. Under Ryan’s committed leadership, KOTM continues to inspire hope and innovation, reinforcing its status as a beacon of support and transformation for families everywhere.
Rachelle Rutherford, CEO
Rutherford is the strategic visionary and Chief Executive Officer of Kids on the Move (KOTM). A multifaceted and sophisticated businesswoman, she has led the trailblazing multimillion-dollar non-profit in its commitment to providing essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies for children with delays and disabilities. Rutherford has now spent 20 years in executive leadership roles within the telecommunications, genealogy, real estate, health care services, and education industries. Her notable contributions lie in her perseverance to find impossible and impactful solutions. Rutherford is skilled at reverse-engineering goals by mapping out exactly what is required for a successful outcome.
To help raise $150M to expand KOTM’s support services and establish a state-of-the-art center, Rutherford has partnered with Forbes Books to author and publish Chasing The Impossible, a captivating exposé delving into Kids on the Move’s transformative work. With it, she uncovers the compelling stories of resilience and hope from children, families, doctors, and community members who tenaciously pushed forward when faced with impossible odds or challenges.
Her profound understanding of what it takes to overcome the impossible stems from her own journey as a survivor of abuse and trauma, which has shaped her philanthropic missions, her intuitive nature, and her steadfast leadership. As a CEO, mom, speaker, and philanthropist, Rutherford believes discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love, consistently putting in the necessary work every single day to provide impactful solutions for others, promote a balanced and holistic lifestyle, and create opportunities for continuous growth and empowerment around the world.
