Throughout the pandemic our families have continued to need the respite care and services offered by Ryan House to help them navigate the emotional and physical stress of the 24-hour-per-day demands of caring for a terminally ill child. Particularly as they have tried to keep their immune-compromised children safe and kids have been out of school for long periods of time. Respite stays at Ryan House help to reduce caregiver burnout that families often experience and COVID-19 has magnified this need.