Supporting youth – Strengthening families – Creating balance.
VitalCare has been helping youth thrive across the Front Range through positive mentorship, engaging activities, and caregiver relief since 2016.
We create opportunities for youth to build confidence, develop life skills, and form meaningful connections all while providing families with the support and balance they need.
What is Behavioral Health Respite?
Behavioral Health Respite (BHR) services are designed to support youth with behavioral challenges by promoting skill development, emotional regulation, and positive social engagement in community-based settings.
Youth are paired with consistent, trusted providers who serve as positive role models, helping them navigate challenges and build confidence. At the same time, caregivers receive reliable relief, allowing them to rest and recharge.
Key Benefits of Behavioral Health Respite
Promoting Positive Behaviors
Engaging youth in structured, constructive activities like sports, arts, educational outings, and mindfulness practices.
Building Trust & Relationships
Consistent mentorship that fosters trust, emotional regulation, and social connections.
Providing Guidance & Support
Helping youth navigate challenges, set goals, and build self-esteem.
Encouraging Personal Development
Exposure to new experiences and skills that spark new interests and talents.
Real Impact for Youth & Families
Develop Leadership Skills
Youth build leadership through guided decision-making, problem-solving, and taking initiative in real-world situations.
Building Confidence with New Experiences
Participating in new activities helps youth step outside their comfort zone and develop a stronger sense of self, building confidence.
Strengthening Peer Relationships
Opportunities for social interaction help youth build meaningful connections and improve communication skills with their peers.
Develop Emotional Regulation skills
Consistent support and structured experiences help youth better understand and manage their emotions in everyday situations.
An Activity-Based Approach That Works
Our program is built around movement, exploration, and real-world experiences. We believe growth happens outside the four walls of a home.
Youth participate in enriching activities such as BMX biking, hiking, art, music, and more, designed to support physical, emotional, and social development in a fun, engaging environment.
“While we can all benefit from working out regularly, consistent exercise is even more beneficial for children with complex behavioral health disorders (BHD), a category that includes Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A new study suggests that regular exercise during the day could help kids with BHD perform better in school. In the study, children who performed aerobic exercises during the week were 32 to 51 percent less likely to act out in class. The positive effects more noticeable on days where the children participated in exercise, but also carried over to the following day.” By Jane Snyder
Accepted Payment Methods and Insurance Plans
Medicaid – CCHA and Colorado Access
| Session Length | Service Fee |
| 1 Hour Initial Intake Session | $199 |
| A Regular Session (Minimum 3 Hours) | $125 / Hour |
| A BMX Session (2 Hours) | $300 |
| A Quarterly Supervisor Check-in (30-60 Minutes) and or Parent / Guardian Check-In | $25 / 15 minutes |
