GentleWaves

Respite Holidays and Family Support for Children with Disabilities

Parent & Caregiver Workshops

Regular sessions to educate families on disability management, emotional resilience, and home-based support strategies.

Caregiver Support Circles

Safe spaces where parents can share experiences, reducing isolation and emotional burden.

Integrating Traditional Practices

Use of yoga, sensory play, storytelling, and nature-based learning rooted in cultural practices.

Our Mission

To deliver high-quality respite holidays, family support services, and therapeutic recreation programs.

Core Offerings

What our clients say

How GentleWaves has changed lives? Hear from our newest members.

I had the privilege of working as an Au Pair from 2023 to 2025 while caring for a teenager with severe autism. During that time, I observed several therapists and professionals involved in his care. When Mr. Al joined our support team, I immediately noticed significant and lasting improvements in the teenager’s attitude, daily routines, social skills, communication, and overall behavior.....

Nemesis Yasminka Alvarez Quispe La Paz, Bolivia

I have had the pleasure of working with Alfred Dsouza ("Mr. Al") through Wings Academy for several years. As a Work Coach, Mr. Al regularly brings clients to volunteer in my preschool classroom, where he consistently demonstrates kindness, patience, and professionalism.

Christine Robinson-Wollerton Director/Owner, New Milford Early Learning Center

It is difficult to put into words the impact that Mr. Al has had on our family. He has truly been a godsend to us and has played an incredible role in helping our teenage son AS navigate challenges across so many areas of life.

Zaheer and Sameeha Sait

Alfred has helped my son build essential everyday living skills, including communication, transportation, cooking skills, independence, and confidence. He has also supported my son in improving his speech and participating more fully in daily routines and community activities. His patience, reliability, and ability to connect with individuals with autism have made a lasting difference in our family’s life.

Indira Niranjan

“Creating moments of rest, joy, and connection for families caring for children with autism, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges.”