Respite Care – Together Care Health Services Inc.

Together Care Health Services

Service Structure for Respite Care

Respite Care is a temporary, short-term relief service that provides primary caregivers with time to rest, attend to personal matters, or take a break from their daily responsibilities. During this time, trained Personal Support Workers (PSWs) or care providers step in to ensure the individual continues to receive proper support, supervision, and companionship in a safe environment.

It is designed to reduce caregiver burnout while maintaining the care recipientu2019s health, comfort, and quality of life.

Service Settings

In-Home Care u2013 Care provided at the clientu2019s residence.
Facility-Based Care u2013 Temporary care in a specialized center (if applicable).

Duration Optionsn

Hourly Support (minimum 2u20134 hours per visit).
Overnight Care (8u201312 hours).
Short-Term Extended Care (several days to weeks, depending on need).

Core Services Provided

Personal Care Assistance
- Bathing, grooming, toileting, and dressing.
Medication Reminders
- Ensuring timely medication intake.
Meal Preparation & Feeding Support
- Nutritious meal prep and assistance with eating.
Companionship & Supervision
- Engaging in conversation, games, or activities.
Mobility Support
- Assistance with walking, transfers, or exercise.
Light Housekeeping
- Laundry, tidying, and maintaining a safe environment.

Specialized Respite Options

Dementia/Alzheimeru2019s Respite Care u2013 Trained PSWs for memory care.
Post-Hospital Respite u2013 Supporting recovery after surgery/illness.
Palliative/End-of-Life Respite u2013 Comfort care while supporting the family.