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Search results for: Age: 0-6 | Category: Respite
Alto
With Alto, families can hire respite workers, behavioural aides, community aides, and more. Alto can directly bill FSCD for your services. There are no extra fees and no weekly or monthly minimums, all families pay is the hourly rate of their caregiver. Families are also able to choose their own caregiver from Alto, so they get reliable care from someone that fits their family, at an hourly rate that works for them. A credit card is required to keep on file, but Alto can also directly bill FSCD or take e transfer for payment. Alto has worked with families using FSCD, PDD, and more.
Cowtown Support Services
Offers an Adult Day Program 18+ (FMS) as well as respite & social activities for all ages.
Gateway Holistic Care
Gateway Holistic Care Group offers both in-home and out-of-home respite care for children and adults with autism and complex developmental needs. Services include personal care, structured routines, and meaningful activities tailored to each individual. Out-of-home respite takes place in 24/7 staffed environments that prioritize safety, comfort, and social engagement. Gateway Holistic offers structured recreational activities and community outings designed to support social development and real-world skill-building. These programs promote confidence, peer interaction, and routine engagement in the community.
Haven Family Wellness
Haven Family Wellness is a service founded by Marcy Medeiros, a Mtis woman who supports Indigenous youth through connection to the land, experiential learning experiences and open discussions about the culture and history of Indigenous people. Haven offers Aide Support, behavioural Specialist, Psychology (no counselling), Respite, Social Skills Programming, Recreational activities & transportation. If your family has funding for programming, but cost for admission to an activity is a barrier, please reach out to discuss your individual family needs.
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