Our Respite services provide relief to primary Caregivers (e.g., a spouse, son, daughter, friend or relative) a break from providing supportive and supervisory care to someone who is dependent on their presence or assistance. Respite can be for a few hours or a few days depending on the individual situation. It can be provided occasionally, or periodically on a regular basis. Respite will enable Caregivers to:

deal with a crisis.

take a planned, brief absence, such as a vacation.

deal with their own medical issues (e.g., appointments, procedures).

have an opportunity to rest, relax and catch up on sleep.

 spend quality time with friends and family; and,

take time for themselves to exercise, shop, do personal care, and run errands.

Respite services, which we can provide to when Caregivers are absent include:

assistance with personal care activities (e.g., oral care, bathing, dressing, mobility, and grooming).

 medication assistance (e.g., reminders, removing medications from Blistopax).

homemaking (e.g., cleaning, laundry).

meal preparation and clean-up.

help with exercises (e.g., range-of-motions exercises); and,

 promote well-being (take out for walks, conversation).