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PROVIDE RESPITE CARE 

Open your home for respite and help caregivers restore and replenish their energy.

We believe it takes a village to raise a child. Our Casual Care Providers share that providing routine support to Foster Families has enriched their lives. Long-term relationships have formed between all family members.

 

Casual Care Providers receive a respite allowance for each day or night the child is in their home, as well as mileage per kilometer for any pick-up or drop-off drives they complete. 

Respite care is a part-time commitment. Foster Parents are in the greatest need of respite on weekends, during vacations, and over the spring, summer, and winter breaks.

Become a Casual Care Provider.

Tell us about yourself by completing our Information Form.

ENRICHES RELATIONSHIPS

Foster Parents and Casual Care Providers develop strong relationships. Both caregivers become invested in the wellbeing of the Foster Child or Youth. Respite enables Foster Parents to rest and recharge for their full-time fostering commitment.

STRENGTHENS PLACEMENTS

Having consistent, caring, and competent respite homes greatly benefits Foster Children and Youth. New friendships are formed and new experiences are shared. This continuity of care and stability increases the success of every placement.

BUILDS COMMUNITY

Community strengthens everything we do. Casual Care Providers become an extended family to our Foster Children and Youth. This time provides another avenue for them to participate in healthy family relationships.

WHY RESPITE IS SO IMPORTANT FOR FAMILIES

PRE-SERVICE REQUIREMENTS

RECORD CHECKS
EQUIPMENT
AVAILABILITY

READY TO JOIN THE BRIDGEWAY FAMILY

WE ARE ACTIVELY SEEKING RESPITE HOMES IN ONTARIO

We welcome any interest in all regions across Ontario. Our current priority areas include: 

  • Durham

  • Peel

  • York

  • Barrie

  • Peterborough

  • Kawartha Lakes (Lindsay)

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