Children/Youth Respite Supports
Respite
Children/Youth Respite Supports
We provide flexible, short-term residential care available any day of the week, either in the individual’s home or at one of our dedicated residential facilities.
Our respite programs form an integral part of the comprehensive support services we offer. Our primary goal is to ensure caregivers feel comfortable, supported, and confident in taking the time you need to rest. If you have secured funding and are ready to arrange respite care for your loved one, we are here to assist you.
Respite supports
Our respite program has the following goals:
- Social skill development
- Foster life skill development
- Decrease family stress
We understand the financial considerations many families may encounter, and are committed to offering accessible, high-quality respite care at accessible rates,
with support available through FSCD funding.
with support available through FSCD funding.
In Home Respite
Supports for children/youth with developmental disabilities/complex needs
- Respite in your own home at a time that fits your family's needs
- Care is provided by a trained provider
- The support is provided for a set number of hours, provides engaging activities and behavioral support
Fee: We direct bill to FSCD. There is an additional parent portion fee dependent on level of care required.
Group respite-facility based
Supports for children/youth offered
The Trailblazers
Respite group for children ages 7 to 9 years old
Two hours on Tuesday evenings 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm OR Saturday 10-am to noon
The Jugglers
Respite group for children ages 10-12
Two hours on Wednesday evenings 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm OR Saturday 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
The Rising Stars
Respite group for children ages 13-15
Two hours on Thursday evenings 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
1:3 ratio of provider to child/youth unless child needs additional supports.
*All staff are trained in risk management, behavior management, trauma informed approaches and Standard First Aid/CPR.
Respite Fee Structure
- $60.00 per session, reduced to $22.50 with FSCD funding
- We offer direct billing for the FSCD-funded portion
One-on-One (1:1) Respite Sessions
- Designed for children requiring additional support and care
- $90.00 per session, reduced to $52.50 with FSCD funding
- Subject to intake assessment and availability.
Residential Overnight Respite Supports – Facility Based
We provide residential respite services for youth with disabilities and complex behavioural needs. Our residential respite support offers 24/7 supervision in a supportive, home-like environment, featuring individualized support plans and structured opportunities for meaningful community integration activities.
