Family Respite Services (Windsor, Essex)

Overview

Family Respite Services is a Canadian nonprofit organization situated in Windsor and Essex County. The organization is dedicated to providing respite care for children with developmental and/or physical disabilities, supporting over 1200 families in the region[4].

Mission

The mission of Family Respite Services is to assist families by enriching their quality of life and ensuring that children with disabilities have the fullest possible participation in their community. This is achieved through the development of individualized, flexible, and family-centered respite support plans[2][4].

Services

Family Respite Services offers a variety of respite options, including:

• In-home Respite: Providing relief to families through care provided within the family's home.
• Community Respite: Offering respite services in community settings.
• Evening Respite: Support during evening hours.
• Day Camps and Day Respite: Activities and care outside the home for children during weekdays[5].
• Weekend Respite Programs such as "Weekend With Friends," which provides short-term respite support in a staffed community home, offering social, recreational, and leisure activities for children aged 8 to 18 with developmental disabilities[5].

These programs help families manage stress by providing temporary breaks and allowing children to engage in community activities and form new connections[2].

Eligibility

Eligibility for respite services extends to infants, children, and youth up to the age of 18 with physical, developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges. Referrals may come from families themselves, community agencies, or healthcare professionals[5].

Legal Status

Family Respite Services operates as a registered charity under the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), with a Business number of 118904887RR0001[4].