Respite Services
Respite Services
MVACL offers respite services to provide temporary relief for the primary caregivers of individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. These services also support the creation of an Individualized Support Plan rooted in person-directed planning, self-determination, social inclusion, citizenship, and choice.
Flexible Respite Options
Respite can be provided in various settings, including:
- The individual's usual residence (in the absence of their regular caregiver)
- MVACL's dedicated Respite Home
- Short-term overnight stays in hotels, camps, or other suitable locations
Our Respite Home
MVACL's Respite Home is available to individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families. It is centrally located, just minutes from: - The Hospital
- Grocery Store
- Pharmacy - Zurkowski Park
- Water Tower Park
- Library
- Public Beach
- MVACL's integrated community resource, Community Connect
Rates & Support - Nightly rate: $50.00 (negotiable if cost is prohibitive)
- Day use: Rates determined individually
- Support arrangements: Users are responsible for arranging and providing their own support while using the Respite Home
Reservations & Inquires
To learn more or to make a reservation:
Email jfabian@mvacl.ca or please call (613) 756-3817 ext. 207, Fax (613) 756-0616.
Respite Brochure