ABOUT US
What makes GRACE different?
At GRACE, we provide trained respite resources for caregivers of special needs children. Caring for children is the most rewarding and beautiful calling in life and often times it is the most exhausting; especially when your child has special needs. The responsibility is squarely on the shoulders of parents, siblings and other family members. These families can be incredibly strong but even the strongest families can use a respite.
GRACE volunteers or “branches” are uniquely qualified and caring individuals who have a heart for service toward special needs families. A significant way GRACE recruits volunteers is by engaging local colleges and universities. GRACE has gained access to Nursing, Physical & Occupational Therapy and other students who are seeking experience in their field of education. By pairing these trained students with families in need, GRACE “branches” family caretakers to our caretaker family.
GRACE Incorporated is an IRC 501(c)3 recognized not for profit organization.
Our Mission:
To encourage and support caregivers of children with special needs—reducing isolation and fostering a strong, connected community.
Our Vision: (big!)
To create meaningful opportunities for students and caring individuals, connecting them with precious families in need of respite care—cultivating a community where compassion, support, and belonging flourish.
Our Values:
At GRACE, our volunteers offer children with disabilities a compassionate, agenda-free presence centered on genuine connection and care. For caregivers, this support provides a reliable, scheduled break—time to rest, recharge, and meet the ongoing demands of caring for a child with a disability.
We never charge families for volunteer time. Instead, GRACE is fully sustained through the generosity of individual donors, civic groups, corporations, memorial contributions, grants, and fundraising events. This community support allows us to continue serving families with dignity, reliability, and heart.