Respite care is a gift of time. It is short-term care that helps a family take a break from the daily routine and stress of home care. It is an essential part of the overall support that families need to keep their child who has a life-limiting condition at home. It’s when someone gives the regular caregiver(s) “time off” which will help prevent burnout and family disintegration. Who takes care of the caretaker(s)? Respite care becomes a necessity, not a luxury. This care becomes the answer to renewed energies and a new perspective. Pediatric respite care is NOT available in our community: let’s make it happen!