Respite Services

Temporary care options to support caregivers and families.

About Respite Services

Respite Services provide temporary care for a person living with a functional limitation, allowing caregivers to take a break, rest, attend appointments, travel, or manage personal responsibilities.

Respite is an important tool for maintaining caregiver well-being and preventing burnout.

Available respite options

  • Overnight caregiver respite

Temporary overnight stays with a trusted person designed to provide caregivers with short-term relief while ensuring their loved one receives safe and appropriate support.

  • Respite stays

Planned short stays of maximum one month with a supported living resource where individuals can participate in activities while caregivers take time to rest.

Our partners include:

  • La Maison des Lucioles  (Québec)
  • Camp Cité-Joie (Québec)
  • Isurivik (Kuujjuaq )
  • Ayagutaq Elders Home (Inukjuak) – partnership currently in development

Benefits of respite

Respite can help:

  • Reduce caregiver stress and fatigue
  • Improve family well-being
  • Support long-term caregiving
  • Promote social opportunities for participants
  • Prevent caregiver burnout

How to access respite services

Access is coordinated through healthcare and social service professionals. Contact your local CLSC or the APSC team to learn more about available options and eligibility requirements.

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