Lifespan Respite Care
Respite Care Association of Wisconsin is a not-for-profit agency serving as the central point of contact for lifespan respite programs across the state. RCAW administers five (5) projects serving seven Wisconsin counties:
- Ashland
- Bayfield
- Chippewa
- Dodge
- Eau Claire
- Fond du Lac
- Washington
The project managers are well-versed in the respite options available for families outside the respective project counties, and are happy to answer any questions.
Western Region
Respite program contact: Terri Larson-Baxter
Coordinating Agency: United Cerebral Palsy of WCW
Phone: 715-832-1782 / email
Northeastern Region
Respite program contact: Sherry Schwandt
Coordinating Agency: Creative Care Options
Phone: 920-906-5100 / email
Northern Region
Respite program contact: Deanna Yost
Coordinating Agency: New Horizons North (no website)
Phone: 715-682-7171 / email
Southeastern Region
Respite Program contact: Nichole Hunkins
Coordinating Agency: United Cerebral Palsy SEW
Phone: 414-329-4500 / email
Southern Region
Respite Program Coordinator: Karla Jensen
Coordinating Agency: Epilepsy Foundation of SCW
Phone: 920-356-9870 / email