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What forms can respite take?
Oct 1, 2025
There are several types of respite services. However, understanding the different options and knowing how to access them can be quite a challenge! Therefore, we aim to demystify the various options available by describing them and presenting the benefits of each one. We also invite you to contact a GASO worker to help you find suitable respite resources based on your needs.
🏡 In-home Respite
A person comes to your home to temporarily take over for the person being cared for.
👥 Sources: CLSC, community organization, social economy business, private agency
✅ Benefits: Allows the caregiver to leave the house with peace of mind while reassuring the person being cared for who remains in their usual environment.
⏳ Duration: from a few hours to several days
🌞 Day Centre Respite
The person being cared for spends a full day or half-day in a specialized centre.
🏠 Locations: Day centre via the CLSC, activities centre of an organization or a social economy business
✅ Benefits: Allows the caregiver to enjoy a break while the person being cared for benefits from stimulating activities in a safe and adapted environment.
⏳ Duration: several hours to a full day, sometimes several days a week
🛟 Temporary Accommodation
The person being cared for stays for a few days or weeks in a specialized facility.
🏥 Locations: CHSLD, private residence
✅ Benefits: An ideal solution for extended breaks (holidays, hospitalization, etc.)
⏳ Duration: from a few days to several weeks
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