About Us
Our Organization
Jill’s House is a Christian nonprofit organization that provides families raising kids with intellectual disabilities, ages 6 through 22, with short-term overnight respite care in the DC metro area and, through our Weekend Adventures program, around the country. Families enjoy rest, renewal, and relationships, while their child with intellectual disabilities enjoys a time of adventure.
Read through the answers to these frequently asked questions for additional information. Click on any topic you wish to learn more about. If you are ready to begin the intake process click on the Start Here button below:
Is my child eligible to attend Jill’s House?
- We serve children and young adults ages 6-18 or 6-22 depending on the program of interest.
- The child must have a diagnosed intellectual disability.
- The family must live within 50 miles of Jill’s House.
What is the intake process for Jill’s House?
- Inquiry Form
Interested families should submit an Inquiry Form to initiate the Intake Process. - Intake Call
The Intake Manager will then schedule a phone call with the interested family to gather more information about their child. - Round 1 Paperwork
After the initial intake phone call, the family receives an email that details how to access their Jill’s House portal and the forms needed to be submitted for services and eligibility review. - Initial Eligibility Review
If the received Round 1 Paperwork confirms eligibility, the family is then notified that their child is eligible for services and the next steps in the process can be pursued. - Round 2 Paperwork
An Intake Manager sends the family their Round 2 Paperwork, which includes a request for detailed medical paperwork and completion of program consent forms. - Meet & Greet
Medical Review and Approval takes place by the medical team. Following medical review and approval, the Intake Manager will contact the family and schedule a time to tour Jill’s House with their child and the Intake Manager. More information is gathered, a ratio is confirmed and in-depth details of needed supports are verified. - Program Approval
Following the Meet and Greet, the Intake Manager presents all information to the broader team and management. Acceptance to the program is confirmed and families are notified of enrollment.
What does it cost to attend Jill’s House?
- For families who do not have a Medicaid Waiver, Private Pay is based on household income.
- CL/FIS Virginia Medicaid Waiver accepted.
- CCC+ Waiver accepted.
What is your Weekend Program?
- Supports children and young adults ages 6-18 in our Vienna, Virginia location.
- The program runs from Friday evening to Sunday late afternoon.
- Transportation is not provided to or from Jill’s House.
What is Weekend Adventures?
- Supports children and young adults ages 6-18.
- Year-round camps are offered from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.
- Campers have the opportunity to engage in a weekend adventure through many different activities such as archery, hiking, hayrides, low ropes courses, s’mores, ziplining, and so much more!
- Transportation not provided to or from camp.
What are your Day Camps?
- Day Camps operate from 8 am-3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday over summer and holiday breaks.
- Day Camps are offered to our currently scheduled kids who participate in either the weekend or school night program.
What is your Weeknight School Night Program?
- Supports children and young adults ages 6-22.
- One-night stays are offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights during the school year.
- Transportation is provided to select partnership schools. The children are picked up from school, transported to Jill’s House for a one-night stay, and then transported back to school in the morning.
- Parents may opt to transport their children if they do not attend one of the designated partnership schools.
Do you offer tours of your facility?
- Tours are typically conducted as part of the Intake Process at the time of a Meet and Greet.
- Tours are also offered to donors, volunteers, and other individuals. Please contact a member of our team at [email protected].
Who do I contact with questions about the Intake Process?
If you have questions regarding our Intake Process, please contact:
Intake Manager | Jill’s House
[email protected]
(703) 639-5660
Who do I contact with questions about Eligibility?
If you have questions regarding the Eligibility Parameters, please contact:
Intake Manager | Jill’s House
[email protected]
(703) 639-5660
Who do I contact with General Questions?
If you have General Questions, please contact:
Intake Manager | Jill’s House
[email protected]
(703) 639-5660
