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"Improving
the lives of children with
mental health challenges by
strengthening their support systems"
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does DREAM serve?
DREAM serves families of children with mental health challenges including Significant Emotional Disorders (SED).How do you qualify for respite?
Any family that has a child with a mental disorder or SED diagnosis qualifies for services.
How do I sign up for respite?
A parent or guardian must participate in a Family Intake Meeting with a DREAM employee to review the paperwork. The meeting takes about 45 minutes. It can take place at the DREAM office, in your home or a central location.
Who pays for respite?
There are resources available from outside agencies such as Medicaid or Post Adoption Resources. The family may also pay the respite provider directly. DREAM just received a grant to pay providers for qualified Fort Collins families while the funds are available.
How do I qualify for a stipend?
You must:
• Live in Fort Collins
• Have a child with a mental health or SED diagnosis
• There must be money available
• Complete a needs assessment application
• Be accepted based on the application
What about siblings?
DREAM respite providers will also care for the siblings of the child with the diagnosis.
Are the providers qualified to take care of my child(ren)?
DREAM respite providers are over the age on 20 and have completed an 8 hour training course. Each has a current certification in CPR/First Aid. All respite providers have had background checks, driving record checks, proof of insurance, and reference checks.
Where does the respite take place?
Many of our families have the respite take place in their home while they go out. If the family wishes to remain at home the respite providers can take the child out in the community to a park, a movie or some other activity.
Is there a support group for Parents?
Yes, DREAM partners with EMPOWER Colorado, a statewide support group for families of children with mental health challenges. The support group meets the last Thursday of the month at the DREAM conference room.
Where is the DREAM office located?
DREAM subleases an office from Lutheran Family Services on the second floor of 3800 Automation Way. It is on the SE the corner of Automation Way and Bighorn, one block west of Timberline and one block south of Horsetooth.
What other services do you supply?
DREAM offers family and public education about common mental disorders to increase knowledge and reduce the stigma involved in having a mental health diagnosis.
A DREAM advocate is available to attend Individualized Education Plan meetings (IEP) as well as support for the family in any situation where an advocate is required.
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