Day Care and Respite

Childcare Resources
County-funded organizations can assist with locating childcare providers and offer financial assistance for childcare.

Child Care Resource Center-San Bernardino County
https://www.ccrcca.org/parents/finding-child-care/
CCRC’s Online Child Care Search offers parents free, personalized referrals to licensed child care providers in San Bernardino County. These referrals are not recommendations and, as a parent or guardian, it is your responsibility to select the child care provider you believe will provide the best care for your children.

Child Care Resource Center-Financial Assistance
https://www.ccrcca.org/apply/
Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) can help also fund childcare and help families find resources in San Bernardino County. Financial assistance for child care is available round-the-clock, including nights and weekends. Whether you need child care for a few hours a week or full-time, you have options to suit your schedule. Whether you are looking for employment, going to school, or working and in need of care, CCRC can help! The application only takes a few minutes and is free to apply. Income ceilings apply. Please visit website for more information.

City of Riverside- Little Explorers Inclusive Day Program
https://riversideca.gov/park_rec/programs-sports/infantpreschool/little-explorers-inclusive-day-program
Nichols Park – 5505 Dewey Ave., Riverside, CA
Monday – Friday | Noon – 3:30 p.m.
Build a strong foundation for lifelong learning with Little Explorers Inclusive Day Camp! Designed for children ages 3–5 of all abilities, this nurturing program supports early learning, communication, motor skills, and social-emotional growth through play-based exploration. Note: Children must be potty trained or have a parent/caregiver onsite during program hours. Please provide daily snacks. No class on City-observed holidays.

Riverside County Early Care and Education- Childcare Locator
https://secureweb.rcoe.us/ONLINEREF/
This state and federally funded program assists parents in Riverside County with finding licensed child care near their home, work, or child’s school within Riverside County.

Riverside County Early Care and Education-Financial Assistance
https://www.rcoe.us/programs/child-care-and-pre-k-education/early-care-and-education/child-care-assistance/
First 5 Riverside County funding provides assistance for low-income children to attend quality-rated licensed child care centers and family child care homes. Families must meet program eligibility criteria. For more information regarding the subsidized program or to request an application for the eligibility list please visit the website or call 800-442-4927.

AbilityFirst Claremont Center
480 S. Indian Hill Boulevard, Claremont, CA
(909) 621-4727
www.abilityfirst.org
Offers an after-school children’s programs and a Recreation and Leisure Program for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and epilepsy. The center features an activity room, computer lab, an indoor heated swimming pool, an outdoor play area and a specialized learning lab that is ideal for students with autism and other communicative disorders. The after school program is Mon – Fri for ages 5-22. Vendored through Inland Regional Center. The Recreation and Leisure Program is for ages 18 and up with a few for each event.

Boys and Girls Club
Locations in Beaumont, Redlands, San Bernardino, Fontana, Pomona Valley, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula
https://www.bgca.org/
Provides after school care with a focus on academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles. After school care provided at a 20:1 ratio, but most locations open to taking children with autism who can succeed in that ratio.

Break Relief Sitter and Nannies
[email protected]
424-255-0105
https://www.instagram.com/breakrelief_sitters/
Provides the ultimate child care services for families who absolutely love traveling together, but crave the freedom of enjoying the adult aspect of their vacation. We are Autism/ Special needs focused but we cater to everyone. We know everyone loves an unforgettable trip, whether at a theme park or on your dream family vacation. As well as, we know all too well it can be quite overwhelming at times and consequently you may even need a vacation after your vacation. This! Is where my company comes in. My company provides trained sitters and Nannies for families while they’re on vacation or at selected theme parks in Southern California. Being on a vacation with family just got more exciting, because now everyone can truly enjoy their different adventures, kids and adults alike.

Casa Colina Outdoor 
255 East Bonita Avenue, Pomona, CA
(909) 596-7733 or 1(800)926-5462 [email protected]
https://www.casacolina.org/programs-services/childrens-services/social-connection-programs/
The Casa Colina Children’s Services Center offers weekly social connection programs for children and teens with social delays primarily after school on certain days of the week. Led by licensed occupational therapists and/or speech-language pathologists and assistants, our groups help participants to better engage with peers, working with them on age-appropriate skills like problem-solving, communication, and conflict resolution, to help your child improve social connections and thrive with peers.

Easter Seals Child Development Center
531 West 8th Street, Upland, CA | (909) 981-4668
2999 S. Haven Ave., Ontario, CA | (909) 923-3352
www.easterseals.com
Services children from birth to five years of age. The centers provide comprehensive services including family supports through parent workshops, training services, disability services and individual consultation. The Centers also serve pregnant women and provide home-based early childhood education services. The centers provide full-day, year-round care to parents working or going to school.

Kidspark
280 Teller St, #170, Corona, CA
(951) 520-8900
https://www.facebook.com/KidsParkCorona/
Offers childcare by the hour for ages 2-12 years. Children can enjoy art, games, indoor climbing structure, music, stories and more. Can provide services for special needs children, however not staffed for children that need 1:1 supervision.

Pomona Unified School District Child Development Resource & Referral
(909) 397-4740 ext 2 or (800) 822-577
https://childdev.pusd.org/apps/pages/Provider-List-and-Referrals
For cities west of the 15 freeway in San Bernardino County, Maintains an up-to-date computer listing of licensed child care facilities in the county.

Rising Stars Preschool and Childcare
Corona, CA
[email protected]
(951) 268-4007
https://www.risingstarscorona.com/
Rising Stars Preschool & Childcare serves children ages 6 months to 12 years. We welcome children with autism, speech delays, and other developmental needs following a parent interview and child observation during the tour, to ensure a supportive fit. Tours can be scheduled on www.risingstarscorona.com

San Bernardino Parks, Recreation, and Community Service Dept.
Center For Individual Development (C.I.D.)
8088 Palm Lane, San Bernardino, CA
(909)384-5426
https://www.sbcity.org/city_hall/parks_recreation/community_centers/center_for_individual_development
This program is an after-school recreation program designed for children, teens and young adults with and without disabilities, ages 3 years and up. A variety of activities are offered including but not limited to: crafts, games, sports, cooking, community outings and special events! Through the use of recreation and leisure the participants are able to strengthen their social skills with their peers, adults and the public. Through their participation in these activities they increase their creativity, self-esteem, team building skills, and leadership skills, which in turn helps them improve their overall quality of life. M-F 2pm-5pm. Summer School in June hours 11am-5pm. Cost is approx. $54 for semester.

Sittercity
https://www.sittercity.com/special-needs/ca
Online digital platform for finding in-home special needs care; connect millions of parents with babysitters and nannies every year.

Respite care is short term care that helps a family take a break from the daily routine and stress. It can be provided in the client’s home or in a variety of out of home settings. Inland Regional Center may provide funding or referrals for respite service.

Aveanna Healthcare Services
https://aveannasupportservices.com/
(800) 974-1234
Works with all 21 of California’s Regional Centers to provide Employer of Record, Respite, Personal Assistance, Daycare, Financial Management Services (FMS) and Participant-Directed Services throughout the state. Medical and non-medical respite available.

24hr HomeCare – Inland Empire
https://www.24hrcares.com/
(800) 522-1516
24Hr HomeCare’s Riverside location is a vendor with the Inland Regional Center to provide Preferred Provider, Routine Respite, and Financial Management Services. Covers all of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. All of our programs are offered in English and Spanish, and we offer free CPR/First Aid courses in English and Spanish for family selected workers in our family selected provider Respite program.

Best Home Health Care Inc.
www.besthhc.com
1175 S. Grove Ave., Ste. 102, Ontario, CA
(909) 923-9303
In-home respite care including specialized respite (RN/LVN).

California Respite Care
10807 Laurel Street, Suite 100, Rancho Cucamonga, CA
www.calrespitecare.com
(909) 910-1522
Serves Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties. Provides non-medical in-home behavior respite care services to individuals who exhibit challenging maladaptive behaviors, such as aggression, non-compliance, elopement, etc. Provides highly trained respite workers to assist your loved one with their basic daily routine and living skills. In home non-medical respite care to families caring for a loved one with a disability. Vendored through various Regional Centers; also accepts private pay. Children through adults.

Cherish Care
www.cherishrespite.com
876 N. Mountain Ave., Suite 101, Upland, CA 
(909) 579-0469
Email: [email protected]
We provide in-home care for those who have developmental disabilities, our mission is to provide temporary relief of non-medical care and supervision to children and adults with special needs. We promote social interaction, independent living and other self-help skills needed for daily in-home activities. Provides free CPR and LiveScan for preferred providers only. Authorized vendor for the Inland Empire Regional Center.

ComForcare Respite Services
www.comforcare.com
600 N. Mountain Ave., Suite B200, Upland, CA 91786 | (909) 932-1110
69730 Highway 111, Suite 106, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270| (760) 832-6055
41593 Winchester Rd., Suite 200, Temecula, CA 92590| (951) 543-9808
2707 E. Valley Boulevard, #307, West Covina, CA 91792 | (626) 581-8191
Offers home care services, short term and long term respite care including Parent’s Choice Respite. Family can refer multiple caregivers to provide services. Bilingual Staff available.

Desire Home Care
www.desirehomecare.com
3742 Tibbetts St., Ste. 202, Riverside, CA
(888) 600-4220
Provides quality and affordable care for children & adults with autism and other special needs. Caregivers are certified and highly trained respite workers, who will provide one-to-one specialized autism care. They also provide monthly autism caregiver training (call them to learn more). Authorized vendor of Inland Regional Center. Accepts accepts private pay.

Grove Community Church
https://www.thegrove.cc/inclusion
19900 Grove Community Drive, Riverside, CA
(951) 571-9090
Offers monthly respite the First Friday each month up to 2 hours. For kids (up to 18 years old) with disabilities and siblings. Food, crafts, activities provided.

Inland Respite 
www.inlandrespite.com
1250 Corona Pointe Court, Suite 210, Corona, CA | (951) 353-1261
36943 Cook St., Ste 102, Palm Desert, CA | (760) 342-2290
Inland Respite consists of a team of care providers and disability experts who work hand in hand with various partners in an effort to provide quality services. Requirements for preferred providers: First Aid and CPR.

In-Roads Creative Programs
www.in-roads.net
7955 Webster St, Suite 7, Highland, CA
(909) 864-1551
An in-home and preferred provider respite services for parents or caregivers in the consumer’s home. The services are designed to give a break from providing care for the consumer by allowing the parent/careprovider time for themselves. Requirements for providers: CPR, First Aid and possible training.

Maxim Health Care Services
www.maximhealthcare.com
560 E. Hospitality Lane, Suite 400, San Bernardino, CA
(909) 891-1599
Behavioral care, California Regional Center programs, case coordination, companion and respite care, home health, military and federal support, personal caregiving, private duty nursing, school nursing. Serves San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Requirements for preferred providers: CPR, First Aid and security checks.

Maulin Home Care
https://www.maulinhc.com/
4959 Palo Verde Street, Suite 204B, Montclair, CA
(909) 946-9600
Offers quality and dependable respite care services to parents/guardians in order to give them a break from the 24/7 care of their loved ones. Requirements for preferred providers: CPR, First Aid and security checks. Private pay and Regional Center vendored.

Prime Home Health
https://primehh.com/
360 S. Milliken Ave., Suite#F, Ontario, CA
[email protected]
(909) 390-5772
Provides in home respite care, specialized private nurse duties in the Inland Empire area including High Desert and Orange County. Currently accepts IEHP, Kaiser and vendored with Inland Regional Center.

Shella Care
http://www.shellacare.com/
Menifee, CA
(951) 723-8460
Respite Services are designed to assist the Consumer to remain in the Parent or Guardian home providing for a better of quality of life.

Team Nurses Respite Services
https://www.teamnurseshh.com/
1815 North D St., San Bernardino, CA
(909) 881-5953
Offers medical/non-medical in home respite care to individuals with disabilities throughout the Inland Empire.

The Key Home Care
https://thekey.com/respite-care
Our full-life care companions have professional training to support adults of any age, whether they’re living independently or with family members. Provides personal care, supportive care, and respectful, safe supervision—or whatever assistance is needed to live your best life in your own home.

Total Services
http://totalprograms.org/
370 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Unit B, Sierra Madre, CA
(626) 355-5160
Will provide services in the High Desert, Riverside and San Bernardino county areas. Behavior respite program is designed to help families in their home environment by providing relief so they can attend to their own needs. Staff is trained to provide optimal care and supervision to ensure the individual’s safety in the absence of family members. Vendorized through Regional Center and school districts. Will accept private pay.

United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire (UCPIE)
www.ucpie.org
35325 Date Palm Dr., Suite 139, Cathedral City, CA
(760) 321-8184, ext.4
Offers in home respite care to individuals with disabilities throughout the Inland Empire. UCP sends out qualified, pre-screened respite caregivers to homes who are certified in First Aid and CPR. Respite is available to Inland Regional Center clients or by private pay.

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