Welcome to ARCC Center Respite
Respite care that is safe, fun, and full of dignity.
ARCC Center Foundation provides dedicated, individualized respite care and ABA play-based therapy for families across San Diego and Southern California — delivered by trained staff who treat every client with the respect they deserve.
Our mission
Care built around the family, not the schedule.
We exist to give families trusted, compassionate support. Our main goal is to provide respite care in a way that is safe, fun, and treats each client with the dignity they deserve — so caregivers get genuine rest and clients are in good hands.
Safe
Trained, vetted staff and careful planning so every family can hand over care with confidence.
Fun
Engaging, play-based activities tailored to each client's interests and abilities.
Dignified
Individualized care that centres each person's needs, preferences, and independence.
We match each family with a respite worker based on their needs — and our people are preparing to do this for life. Many are students in occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, special education, nursing, and teaching, drawn to work that genuinely helps families.
- Fingerprinted & background-checked
- First Aid & CPR certified
- Trained in autism & developmental support
- Many Pro-ACT certified
- Meets CA Licensing requirements
What we offer
Our services
Two complementary programs, both delivered by dedicated staff trained to support your family.
Respite Care
The supervision and care of your loved one, so the whole family gets a real break. It's special time for the person with a developmental disability, time for parents together, and time for siblings — all with someone you trust.
ABA Play-Based Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis using naturalistic methods and PRT — letting the child lead and learn through natural motivation, so language grows across the whole day, not just in session. Programs are designed by families for families and refined through a dedicated BCBA mentorship process.
Funding & access
Regional Center vendor
ARCC Center is a vendored provider with regional centers across Southern California. We also work with Tricare ECHO and Kinship Program families.
Ready to talk about care for your family?
New to respite? Contact your Service Coordinator, or reach our SDRC intake line on (858) 496-4318 with Vendor ID HQ0826. Already with a regional center? Get in touch directly.
(619) 488-6002