Overnight/Weekly Respite Programs

Overnight/Weekly Respite is available at our Regional Respite Centre in Brampton for three different groups: Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent (MFTD), Non-MFTD and 18+. Each group has its own eligibility criteria and referral process.

If you require assistance, or have any questions related to accessing respite services, please contact Respite Administration at 905-855-2690 ext. 2273

Schedule/Duration

Overnight/Weekly respite sessions include:

• Weekend stay (Friday evening to Sunday afternoon)
  
• Weeklong stay (Sunday evening to the following Sunday afternoon) 

Cost: 

Weekend stay: $225, due on booking
Weeklong stay: $500, due on booking

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Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent (MFTD)

Non Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent (Non MFTD)

18+

Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent (MFTD)

Eligibility Criteria:

Children aged 0 to 18 identified by a Home and Community Support Services care coordinator as qualifying for Enhanced Respite Funding, living at home in Ontario. 

Referral Process:

1.  Download the MFTD Respite Referral Form PDF
2.  Fill out the form and save it to your computer
3.  Submit the MFTD Respite Referral Form by uploading the form here
4.  For first time referrals, please complete the Pre-Admission Form and submit with the referral form.  This form needs to be completed before referrals can be fully processed.

Non Medically Fragile Technologically Dependent (Non MFTD)

Eligibility Criteria: 

Children aged 0 to 18 living at home in Ontario with significant physical, developmental or neurological disabilities, including the presence of challenging behaviour. 

Please note, we are fully booked for the rest of 2024. Spots are currently available for January 2025.

Referral Process:

1.  Download the Non MFTD Respite Referral Form PDF
2.  Fill out the form and save it to your computer
3.  Submit the Non MFTD Respite Referral Form by uploading the form here
4.  For first time referrals, please complete the Pre-Admission Form and submit with the referral form.  This form needs to be completed before referrals can be fully processed.

18+

Eligibility Criteria: 

Adults 18+ with significant physical and developmental disabilities requiring nursing supports; living at home in Ontario. 

18+ Respite at ErinoakKids is fully booked until June 2025. Please check back early in the new year for any updates

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