Respite Care (Hourly & Daily)
Caring for a loved one with IDD is a labor of love, and sometimes caregivers need rest too. Our respite services provide trusted, short-term care while ensuring individuals stay safe, engaged, and active in their routines. Available by the hour or day, we make it possible for families to take a break while knowing their loved one is in good hands.
Who it is for
Mercyland supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Washington, DC.
A person may qualify if they:
- Have an intellectual or developmental disability
- Need a level of support similar to what an institution would provide
- Meet the standard Medicaid financial eligibility rules
How to get it
To get IDD services in Washington, DC, a person applies to the Department on Disability Services (DDS) by calling 202-730-1700 or walking in to schedule an intake appointment. DDS decides eligibility and assesses needs, and then the person chooses a provider. Mercyland can help at any step, starting with one call.
Already work with DDS? Tell us your DDS service coordinator’s name when you call or email, and we will take it from there with you.
Related services
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In-Home SupportDaily living support and skill-building at home, including high-acuity care.
Companion ServicesMeaningful company at home and out in the community, 1:1 or up to 1:3.
Host Home ServicesA matched host family and a stable home, with everyday life included.
Photo: Chona Kasinger, Disabled And Here (CC BY 4.0)
Talk to a person
Questions about support? Our intake team answers the phone.
Eligibility, the waiver, paperwork, what happens first. Call and ask, or send a referral and we will call you.
202-525-1563Mon–Fri, 9 AM to 5:30 PMOr email info@mercylandhi.com