A support service in a client’s home to provide short term relief for family and friends from their caregiving role, and to help relieve stress placed on family relationships.
Population Served:
Frail elderly, individuals with dementia, caregivers, and others.
Catchment Area:
GTA
Service Category:
Respite Care at Home
Predominant Culture:
Jewish cultural focus, not limited to Jewish clients.
Cost:
Minimum of 2 hours per visit.
2 to 9 hours per month $25/hr 10 to 24 hours per month $23/hr 25+ hours per month $21.50/hr
Subsidies are available.
Service Limitation:
Services provided by Personal support workers.
Services may include: companionship, escorting to appointments, essential grocery shopping, meal planning & preparation, assistance with eating, dressing, ambulation, toileting, grooming/shaving, nail care, hair care, mouth care.
