Out-of-Home Medical Respite
Clinical-grade care in a home-like setting.
Short-term stays (typically days to weeks) in a community-based home equipped for children and youth with complex medical needs. Staffed by registered nurses and trained support workers who can manage G-tubes, tracheostomies, oxygen, seizure protocols, and other medical interventions.
Who It Serves
- Children with medically complex conditions requiring nursing care
- Youth with technology-dependent medical needs (ventilators, feeding tubes, etc.)
- Families needing a safe environment for their child while they recover from caregiver burnout
- Emergency placements when home care breaks down or parents are hospitalized
Program Features
24/7 Nursing Support
RNs and LPNs on-site at all times
Medical Equipment
Fully equipped for complex care needs
Individualized Care Plans
Tailored to each child's medical protocols
Family Communication
Daily updates and documentation
Out-of-Home Behavioural Respite
Structure, safety, and specialized support.
Structured short-term stays for children and youth with significant behavioural challenges. Staffed by trained behavioural support workers who use positive behaviour support strategies, de-escalation techniques, and therapeutic approaches in a safe, supervised environment.
Who It Serves
- Youth with autism, FASD, or developmental disabilities and co-occurring behavioural challenges
- Children displaying aggression, self-injury, or elopement behaviours
- Families experiencing breakdown due to challenging behaviours
- Youth requiring intensive support beyond what in-home respite can provide
Program Features
Trained Staff
Behavioural specialists with crisis intervention training
Structured Routines
Predictable schedules and clear expectations
Safe Environment
Secure spaces designed for behavioural support
Behaviour Support Plans
Individualized strategies and de-escalation protocols
Have questions about our out-of-home programs?
Our intake team can help determine if out-of-home respite is the right fit for your family's needs.