Community Maternity Services provides in-home and community-based respite services for children with special mental health needs and their families residing in Albany County.
Ongoing Respite Services
Planned respite for children diagnosed with Serious Emotional Disturbance provides support to the childrens' parents. Respite takes place in the home or in the community. It usually occurs after school hours or on the weekend.
Crisis Respite Services
Short-term weekly respite for children and families experiencing a crisis or critical transition period. Respite takes place in the child’s home or in the community (2 hours per week during a crisis).
For Information and Referrals
Diann Ford-Lewis, MSW, Clinical Director
Community Maternity Services
27 North Main Avenue
Albany, New York 12203
Phone: 518-482-8836
Fax: 518-482-5805