Guides
The reads we wish someone had given us.
Honest, plain-English explainers on Idaho's respite programs, ABA, the licensing exemption, and how private-pay sitting fits alongside the public route.
Respite vs. a private-pay sitter
Both exist for the same reason: families need a few hours back. They are not the same thing, and which one fits depends on your situation.
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Idaho's respite programs vs. private pay
If you're trying to navigate Idaho's respite landscape, here's a plain read on the two main public options and where a private-pay sitter actually belongs in the mix.
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ABA therapy vs. a sitter who's an RBT
If you've worked with an ABA team, you might wonder what you're getting when an RBT takes a sitting booking through us. The honest answer: a sitter, not a session. Here's why that distinction matters.
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Idaho's babysitter licensing exemption, explained
Idaho exempts occasional, irregular care from the state child-care licensing rules. Here is what that means in plain English, and what our platform does that goes well beyond the legal floor.
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How to write a kid profile sitters will actually read
The 10 minutes you spend filling out your kid's profile is the difference between a sitter who walks in ready and a sitter who is figuring it out as they go. Here is what to write.
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Idaho DD Waiver vs. private pay: a plain comparison
Two things parents constantly ask about: the Idaho DD Waiver self-directed program, and our private-pay sitter platform. They are not the same thing. Many families use both. Here is the honest comparison.
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Respite funding options in Idaho — what's available in 2026
Respite funding in Idaho is fragmented across at least four distinct paths, none of which work for every family. Here is the current map as of 2026 and what to do if your family does not fit any of the public-program lanes.
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What a good sitter handoff looks like
The handoff is the most important 5 to 15 minutes of any booking. Here is what to actually walk through, depending on whether the sitter is brand new to your kid or a returning favorite.
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A private-pay path that fits.
If a Sidekick sounds like the right fit, we'd love to help.