Respite Care
Our mission is to create a world of “YES” for medically fragile children and their families; and we won’t quit!
Caring for a medically fragile child is a 24/7 commitment filled with love, courage, and countless responsibilities. At A Rosie Place for Children, we provide short-term overnight respite care that gives families a much-needed break — at no out-of-pocket cost.
While parents rest and recharge, their child is surrounded by skilled nurses, one-on-one attention, and joyful experiences in a home-like setting designed just for them. Whether it’s for a day-stay or up to 10 days, we ensure your child receives excellent care — all while enjoying laughter, play, and friendship
Who We Serve
At A Rosie Place for Children, we welcome children from all 92 counties in Indiana, ages 0-25, who are medically fragile.
A child who is medically fragile requires daily, specialized care that cannot be provided by an untrained caregiver.
Typically these children rely on therapies and specialized high-tech medical equipment such as G-Tubes, ventilators, apnea monitors, and suction machines to sustain or enhance their lives. Conditions that may classify a child as medically fragile include, but are not limited to, premature birth, brain injury, uncontrolled seizure disorders, cancer, spina bifida, complications from surgeries, chronic lung or heart disease, swallowing disorders, neuromuscular diseases, and chronic health conditions like diabetes and asthma.
Watch and listen to our CEO Tieal Bishop discuss what a medically fragile child is : What Is A Medically Fragile Child?
Getting Started is Easy
Reach Out To Us
We’ll walk with you every step of the way—from understanding your child’s needs to touring our home, to completing the admissions process.
INITIAL
INQUIRY
Call us or submit a request online to determine eligibility
PRE-INTAKE PROCESS
INTAKE
PROCESS
Child and caregiver/parent meet with Nurse to develop
FIRST
STAY
Can be day stay, overnight, or full stay at families comfort level
Call us at (574) 235-8899
Email respite@arosieplace.org
Program Schedule
Respite schedules are emailed quarterly to all registered families. Families will submit their stay requests, ranked by personal priority. These preferences are recorded, and our clinical team follows up to confirm stays—making every effort to honor high-priority requests while balancing the needs of all families.
What Makes Us Different?
Where Love, Care, and Fun Live
LOVE
We build deep, personal connections with the children and families we serve—because at A Rosie Place, you’re not just a guest, you’re part of our family.
CARE
Our team of skilled pediatric nurses and caregivers provide compassionate, 24/7 medical care in a peaceful and nurturing environment.You can rest easy knowing your child is in expert hands.
FUN
Your child isn’t a diagnosis. We celebrate who they are by engaging their unique personalities, interests, and abilities through music, art, play, and sensory experiences.
"I didn’t know a place like this existed..."
That’s something we hear often. But once families experience A Rosie Place, they know they’ve found more than care—they’ve found community.
Why is Respite Care Important?
For Children:
Children benefit from a change in routine and the opportunity to engage in new, stimulating activities in a safe and adapted environment. Our experienced staff provides compassionate care tailored to each child’s unique medical needs.
For Caregivers:
Primary caregivers often experience stress and burnout. Respite care helps reduce caregiver fatigue and improves overall family well-being. It allows parents and guardians to take time for themselves, whether it’s for rest, appointments, or spending quality time with other family members
Meet our Compassionate Care Team
Megan D
Administrator
Jennifer English
Director of Nursing
Ronda Spaulding
Program Coordinator