To give caregivers of seniors a chance to catch their breath, our team offers short- and long-term in-home respite at no charge.
A comforting human presence allows your loved one to spend time with a trusted person, a familiar and caring face, in a safe environment. Our care attendants take great pride in organizing stimulating or restful activities tailored on personal needs.
Our respite programs
Chouette-journée respite is a daytime respite offered in a block of 6 hours per week for a period of 12 consecutive weeks. An attendant takes over from the caregiver, giving him or her the opportunity to enjoy a day of personal time.
Chouette-nuit respite is an overnight respite offered in a block of 12 hours per week for a period of 12 consecutive weeks. An attendant takes over from the caregiver, giving him or her the chance to get a good night's sleep.
Escapade respite lasts from 12 to 24 consecutive hours. This respite enables the caregiver to take part in an activity, an event or a day out. A caregiver takes over at home.
Évasion respite lasts from 48 to 72 consecutive hours. This respite allows caregivers to get away to recharge their batteries and take some time for themselves. A caregiver takes over at home.
Thanks to the financial support of l'Appui, an organization that helps improve the quality of life of caregivers of the elderly and facilitate their daily lives, four free respite services are now available to caregivers.
Request a respite for caregivers
To apply for respite care, please fill the form below. Admission criteria may apply.