# Respite Care: A Rewarding Exchange That Supports Families This Summer When Sarah’s alarm goes off at 6 AM, she faces a familiar question: *How will I make this work?* Sarah is a mother of Marcus, age 8, who has autism. School is ending this week. Summer childcare costs are astronomical. She’s been offered more hours at work—good hours, meaningful work—but she can’t afford quality care for Marcus. For the past three summers, Sarah has stepped back from opportunities. She’s w