Become a Respite Care Provider in California
Earn Additional Income as a Host Guardian
Our Respite Care Program
You may be interested in becoming a Foster/Resource Parent but you are not sure if you can do it long term. If that is the case, consider getting certified as a respite care provider to start.
Our Host Guardian program provides high-quality respite care for foster parents. There are Foster or Resource Parents who have a child in their home but may have to leave on a business trip or another outing and are not able to take the child they are caring for with them. This is where the host guardian, or respite care provider, comes in.
In these cases, we need families that are willing to take the child for a weekend, a week, or up to 14 days. Maybe you have a relative or a friend who is a foster parent and the children already spend time visiting with you. However, your friend or relatives are not able to leave the child with you for even a sleep-over even if the child calls you auntie and is attached to your own children. However, as a Host Guardian or provider of Respite Care, you can help by opening your heart and home on a short term basis without a long commitment.
One of the ways we help our parents and try to make sure they are happy is by arranging respite care for them. It may be that they need to go on a business trip, take a planned vacation, or simply need a few days to decompress and self-nurture. We are committed to the happiness and well-being of our parents, so we actively assist in finding a home where they can leave the children for a few days.
See What Our Parents Have to Say
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Knotts is a great agency full of very caring people! We're very happy that we chose to go with them as our FFA.
Kasey Gasca
It was an amazing experience.. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. They are available 24/7 and make themselves available for all your needs....The best agency ever....They go above and beyond for the kiddos and the Foster Parents
Mo Kanthasamy
My social worker Tonya is always helping out and providing support with all my needs for my little fella. The office staff are very helpful and professional always showing concern and empathy. Thank you.
Cindy Poznanski
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This agency helps out with everything we need. Always gt th support we need.
Andrew Quiros
Our experience with Knotts Family Agency has been really great. We were blessed to be matched with our daughter shortly after getting approved. Their staff is friendly and has guided us through the process. Thanks for the support.
Sonia Pimento
Siento que la agencia hace lo mejor para nosotros y sobretodo para tantos niños que lo necesitan
kayra granados
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Best agency very helpful staffing! Very professional 👏 congratulations
teeana beckerss
They are a loving place to enjoy you're visit time with you're kids.
TYRONE SPIDLE
Professionalism and safety of the children and the staff is always their priority.
Dionne Moore
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Estoy satisfecha por el servicio y el apoyo que nos brindan como padres de crianza que somos nosotros
lilian Beltran
Mr Garcia is amazing 😊
Estela Serrato
I appreciate all the guidance Knotts Family gave me.. which led to me getting my grandson, who was in foster care out of state.
Katina Blair
Do You Get Paid for Respite Foster Care?
You receive a stipend or reimbursement of the nights you care for a child. This is a win-win for everyone: The Foster Parent gets to rest and self-nurture and you get the satisfaction and emotional reward of helping a child even if it is only for a few days.
You can rest assured that we are here to help you. If you’re interested in how to become a respite foster care provider, please contact our team online or at 909-301-0504 for details on respite care provider qualifications in California.
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