24/7 Parent Hotline: 1-888-435-7553

Foundation Place provides parents/guardians with short-term childcare services at our Brooklyn facility that offer temporary relief, improves family stability, and reduce the risk of undesirable circumstances. Respite can be planned or offered during emergencies and times of crisis. Foundation Place allows parents/guardians to attend outpatient services, schedule appointments for themselves, or simply take time to recharge knowing their child or children are temporarily safe and cared for. Foundation Place is open 24/7 and children aged 0 – 14 can stay with us up to 21 days.

Our Mission

Provide prompt relief for parents/guardians who need respite.

Provide a safe space for children during a crisis or emergency.

Identify strengths/concerns so that appropriate intervention can be planned and implemented.

Provide assistance in identifying family and community-based support.

Help parents/guardians recognize when they are in need of intervention.

Develop a cooperative child-oriented team with staff that is empathetic, caring, and non-judgmental.

FAQs

What age group do you serve?

Care is provided to children aged 0-14.

How many children does the program house?

Foundation Place can house 10 children in total.

What does this respite care cost?

Services are FREE.

What are the operating hours?

Foundation Place is a 24/7 facility where children can stay up to 21 days.

Can you provide care in my home?

Foundation Place is facility-based care. Referrals for home-based services can be made by the case planner as needed.

How do I Enroll?

Contact our Parent Help Line (1-888-435-7553) to speak to Foundation Place administrative staff.

During this call you will be asked to provide information regarding your request for respite services which will be used to determine your eligibility.

Some information you will need to provide includes:

Contact information

Reason for respite care

Length of service needed

Child(ren)’s healthcare/insurance information

Child(ren)’s education information

Note: Foundation Place offers facility-based care only – not home services.