Family Respite Care at home in Metro Vancouver

Respite care gives a family caregiver a break by having a trained caregiver take over for a few hours, a day, or a full weekend. The person being cared for stays at home with someone they know, and the family member gets time to rest, work or take care of their own health.

What's included

Regular weekly breaks, for example every Tuesday afternoon
Full days or weekends away
Cover during the family caregiver's own appointments or illness
The same personal care and routines the family follows
Overnight respite so the family caregiver can sleep

Who it's for

Spouses, adult children and other family members who provide most of the care and are running low on energy.

How it starts

Call or send the form below. A care coordinator visits for a free in-home assessment, checks the bathroom and home for safety risks, recommends a starting plan, and introduces your two or three caregivers before the first visit. Hours change whenever your needs do, with no long-term contract.

Call us for a free assessment Or send us a message

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Family Respite Care: common questions

How do I know if I need respite care?

If you are always tired, have stopped seeing friends, or cannot remember your last full day off, it is time. Caregiver burnout is common and it affects the person you care for too.

Will my loved one be comfortable with someone new?

We introduce the caregiver before the first break and keep the same small team, so the person gets to know them. Many families start with a short visit while they are still at home.

Does BC offer subsidized respite?

BC health authorities can provide respite for family caregivers after a clinical assessment. Private respite with us needs no assessment and can be booked for the times you choose.

Where we provide it

We provide family respite care from Vancouver to Hope, across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. See the communities we serve.