Private respite care is priced hourly and depends on how many hours you need per visit, how often, and whether nursing is involved. We give you a transparent, itemized quote after the free consultation, with no hidden fees and no long-term contract. Publicly funded respite through Ontario Health atHome costs the family nothing if approved, and some households also use the Family-Managed Home Care Program or an insurance plan toward the cost of private hours.

In-home respite funded through Ontario Health atHome is provided at no cost to the family for people who are approved. Hours are set by the program, though, and may be fewer than you need or fall at times that don't suit your routine. Private respite care, like ours, is not publicly funded, but some households use the Family-Managed Home Care Program or an extended health insurance plan toward the cost.

Call Ontario Health atHome at 1-833-515-1234 (toll-free in Ontario) or use the online tool on their website. A representative checks eligibility and walks you through the next steps. Your loved one will need a valid Ontario health card. If you haven't contacted them yet, it's worth doing that before you pay for anything.

There are three main types. In-home respite brings a caregiver to your family member's home for personal support, meals, companionship and, where needed, nursing. Adult day programs offer supervised group activities at a community centre for a day or part of a week. Short stays in a long-term care home provide temporary care for people with higher nursing needs. Many families combine more than one.

According to the Government of Ontario, a short stay can last up to 60 days at a time and no more than 90 days in a calendar year. The person receiving care pays accommodation costs such as room and board, and stays are arranged through Ontario Health atHome. If your loved one would rather stay in their own home, in-home respite is the alternative.

Respite visits start at four hours. Building a real relationship and providing unrushed, dignified care matters to us, and four hours is enough time for a proper break, whether that's an appointment, lunch with a friend or an afternoon of rest.

Yes to both. Many families book a standing weekly block so the break is predictable, and others call for a one-off stretch while they travel or recover. Many families also use private hours for evenings and weekends. We can adapt to your needs as they change. Tell us the schedule you need on the consultation call and we'll confirm what we can arrange.

It's common, and it usually eases with time and the right match. Start with one visit built around something your parent enjoys, introduce the caregiver as help for you, and let the relationship grow. Your family has a say in who the caregiver is. If the match isn't right, tell us. We'd rather change the caregiver early than have your parent dread the visit.

We assign the same caregiver, or a small consistent group of caregivers, wherever possible. Consistency is central to how we work. A caregiver who knows your parent's routines, preferences and signals is what lets you actually relax during your break.

Yes. Respite for someone with dementia works best when the day keeps its familiar rhythm and the person caring for them is patient and consistent. Our caregivers are trained in senior care, including dementia care, and we prioritize caregiver consistency. Registered nurse oversight is part of how we work.

Our caregivers are vetted, insured, bonded, police-checked and trained in senior care, and registered nurse oversight is part of how we work.

Yes. Many families start with a single respite visit or a short weekly block to see how it feels, for their loved one and for themselves. There's no long-term contract, so you can adjust, continue or stop as your situation changes.

Yes. The consultation is free, by phone, and carries no obligation. Tell us what's happening and the break you need, and we'll tell you honestly whether and how we can help, including if public services or another option might suit you better.