Welcome
to Heart & Home Connections
Specialized In-Home Respite Care serving Raleigh, Durham, Cary and surrounding areas
We know that finding respite care for a child with special needs isn’t just about availability — it’s about finding someone who truly understands.
Someone who’s dependable, experienced, and the right fit for your child and your family. That’s exactly why we’re here.
At Heart & Home Connections, we offer personalized, professional, and specialized respite care solutions tailored to your unique needs. Whether you need a few hours to rest and recharge, consistent weekly support, or help navigating daily routines, we match you with caregivers who are trained, compassionate, and equipped to meet your child where they are — emotionally, developmentally, and behaviorally.
Our team brings not only professional experience in special education, therapeutic support, and child development — but also personal experience as parents and caregivers who’ve walked this path ourselves. We understand the exhaustion, the worry, and the deep love behind every decision you make.
We’re more than a care service. We’re your local partner in parenting — someone who gets your child’s unique needs, respects your family’s rhythm, and shows up with real, reliable support when you need it most.
Our Services
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Personalized In-Home Respite Matching
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Weekly or Monthly Hours Guaranteed
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Access to a Network of Trusted and Vetted Professionals
Our
Story
Get to Know Us
We’re a passionate team of professionals with deep roots in childcare and special needs support. Our diverse backgrounds include a Master’s in Early Childhood Development, Special Education expertise, and personal experiences as special needs care providers.
With years of hands-on experience, we've trained educators, developed talent in the caregiving field, and led recruitment efforts for top-tier care providers.
At the heart of our mission is a commitment to helping families find compassionate, qualified, and truly exceptional respite care—because we know how important the right match can be.
Our Care Providers
At the heart of our service is a team of exceptional respite care providers — each one handpicked for their professionalism, experience, and genuine passion for supporting children with special needs and their families.
We understand how important it is to feel confident in the person you welcome into your home. That’s why we go beyond the basics — every caregiver we match is not only qualified but also carefully selected, extensively trained, and deeply committed to making a meaningful difference in your child’s life and your family's well-being.
All our respite care providers meet the following standards:
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Comprehensive background check
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Proven experience supporting children with special needs, confirmed by references
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CPR and First Aid Certification
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A heart for caregiving and a passion for helping families thrive
Because respite care isn’t just a service — it’s a lifeline. And your family deserves the very best.
Carlee
Master's in Special Education
"I love seeing children grow and reach their full potential , I have always had a passion for working with children with all abilities"
Diona
Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
"I'm inspired by children's creativity and growth, and I'm equally committed to supporting families through strong, empowering partnerships that foster lasting success."
Carrie
Registered Nurse
"I I love working with children for their resilience and honesty. Their strength inspires me every day, and it's an honor to support them and their families with compassionate care."
Shae
Exercise Science Grad | Future OT
"I love working with children with special needs because every day brings something exciting. Watching them grow in their own way reminds me how strong and capable they are, and it’s a privilege to be part of that journey."
