Respite Program: Eastern Counties

The Carefor Respite Program is a home care support service which allows family and friends to schedule temporary relief from their role as caregiver. This permits a period of respite for caregivers, alleviating stress and other strains that can be placed on relationships.


The goal of the program is to provide a service which offers both safety and support for the frail elderly, as well as adults with physical disabilities. The program offers:

  • Carefor client and spouse enjoying the weather
    A win-win program for both caregivers and clients
    Caregiver relief
  • Reduction of client's anxieties about being alone
  • Reduction of risk for client injury
  • Prevention of premature institutionalization
  • Prevention of unnecessary hospitalization

A wide range of individuals can benefit from the Carefor Respite Program, including convalescents, the frail elderly in need of supervision, physically challenged individuals, palliative clients, and many others.

Services provided include:

  • Personal care
  • Homemaking
  • Attendant care
  • Supervision
  • Activation

For more information, call 613-932-3451 or e-mail info@carefor.ca.

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