The support care component of the respite unit is provided through our Integrated Housing Program's attendant services. The applicant must require assistance with at least 2 non-medical activities of daily living. The applicant must possess an appropriate level of motivation, emotional stability, and independent living skills that will enable them to live alone without supervision. The applicant must possess the communication skills or physical mobility sufficient to extricate themselves in an emergency situation. The applicant must have a permanent residence to return to.
Information regarding medical conditions is obtained from the applicant's attending physician.
All routine applications are reviewed by the Community Services Manager and Executive Director. Any questionable applications are reviewed by the Selection Committee, which is comprised of Representatives from the Integrated Housing Program, Consumers, Community Members and other individuals. Personal care items and food. Signing a Client Contract. The unit is available on a temporary basis for a minimum period of 2 days to a maximum respite period of 4 weeks.