Respite Options in Waterloo Region

In Waterloo Region, nine developmental service agencies offer a variety of respite programs, both in-home and out-of-home. These programs serve people of varying ages with a variety of different needs and interests. For more information on what each respite program offers, please click on the Respite Option link provided.

Agency :	Waterloo Regional Homes for Mental Health
Address :	618 King Street West, Kitchener, ON N2G 1C8
Community Regions :	Waterloo Region
General Information :	Waterloo Regional Homes for Mental Health, Inc. Crisis/Respite Residential Service is for adults living in the Waterloo, Wellington, and Dufferin Regions who are experiencing a psychosocial crisis or are in need of a planned respite stay. This 24 hr/7 day a week residential service provides a short-stay, voluntary, non-medical, safe and supportive environment for people in need of a crisis/respite stay. Presently, there are 8 short-stay beds available.
Eligibility :	Individuals who are experiencing a psychosocial crisis or are in need of a planned respite stay; experiencing mental health issues and are involved with the criminal justice system; able to refrain from using drugs or alcohol while staying at the crisis/respite home; willing to work with staff to identify ways to keep themselves safe; able to respect other individuals in the crisis/respite environment; and willing to engage in a plan to address their immediate needs. This service is available to people 16 years of age and older. This service may be appropriate for individuals with a dual diagnosis; please call for further information.
Age Category(ies) :	Adolescent, Young Adult, Adult 22-30, Adult 31-50, Seniors
Type of Respite :	Residential Care
Respite Contact :	Johnston, Alison
Contact Email :	ajohnston@waterlooregionalhomes.com
Phone :	519 576 7431
1-800 Number :	866 797 7431
Fax :	519 576 2923
Website :	http://www.waterlooregionalhomes.com

Provincial Respite Services Network 2018 Update