Individualized Respite Care Guide

• Signs that (s)he is tired • Signs that (s)he doesn’t feel well Unusual Behaviors • Repetitive sounds • Repetitive movements (rocking, pacing, waving) • Activities • How to address these behaviors (if at all) • How not to address them Functional Skills • Eating • Set meal/snack times or whenever (s)he likes? • Where can (s)he eat?

• Any particular utensils and dishes? • Favorites foods (and how to prepare)

• Foods (s)he will not eat • Dietary restrictions • Toileting  Can do independently

 Needs assistance with (and how) • Bathing/hygiene (bath or shower?)  Can do independently  Needs assistance with (and how) • Dressing  Can do independently  Needs assistance with (and how) • Bedtime routine • Time • Lights on/off, door open/shut • Favorite book, activity, or item needed • What to do if (s)he gets up

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