In-Home Virtual Respite/Telehealth Via Zoom

A way to be connected to others, establish friendships through Zoom. Participants of Citizens’ Virtual Connections Respite have the opportunity to meet and discuss what they would like to do and create their own weekly schedule.

• Each week, participants produce the Virtual Connections e-Newsletter where they recap the month’s activities, announcements, and each other’s accomplishments.
• Every few months, participants host a Virtual Concert, where they perform a song and dance or act out a scene. Participants take turns holding various positions like Virtual Assistant, Host, Choreographer, Editor, and Designer.
• Some other activities include Bingo, Music and Dance, World Travel, Affirmations, Meditation, Yoga, Escape Room Games, Name that Tune or Movie, Trivia, Strives for Empowerment, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

 

Virtual Connections is available the following days and times:

Tuesday, Thursday

7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

 

How to Get Started:

To apply, please contact respite@citizens-inc.org or Maura Boden, Program Coordinator at mboden@citizens-inc.org or Paul Mac Millan, Assistant Director at pmacmillan@citizens-inc.org

• Please provide a current Life Plan with proper specifications.
• An interview may also be scheduled upon application review.
• Please note that if your loved one is currently living in a Residential program, they may not be eligible.
• Life Plans can be uploaded on Bunk1.com or emailed to Respite@citizens-inc.org
• If your loved one is Self-Directed, please check our broker’s information for rates.
• An interview may also be scheduled upon application review.

Eligibility and Guidelines:

• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Must have access to an electronic device and Wi-Fi.
• Must be able to navigate Zoom or have assistance with navigating Zoom.
• Should be able to keep their camera on to participate.

Check out our Virtual Connections Newsletters