Your journey to Home or Respite Care is about to get easier! This guide is designed to help you easily find and choose the care provider who best meets your individual needs.

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​Private Respite Care:

Private Respite Care is an emerging and rapidly evolving area of extended health care, and, at the moment, formal regulations dedicated specifically to private Respite Care on PEI are still limited. From the perspective of Respite Care Professionals, building a stable schedule is challenging, as client needs naturally fluctuate. This can lead to inconsistent hours and income, but it also contributes to a diverse and adaptable workforce made up of individuals with a wide rance of backgrounds, skills and experiences. Because formal training requirements are not required, the field may occassionally attrack people who are not ideally suited for this type of work; however, it also opens the door for many compassionate, capable individuals who bring valuable strengths to the profession. Please know that this website - and the free tools and resources currently in development - aims to make navigating Respite Care easier, more clear and empowering for everyone involved. Check out our Providers' page and Job Board!

You Can Help Change the Landscape of Private Respite Care on PEI:
Many people seeking private Respite or Home Care need support right away, yet finding the right person can take time. Even so, it's important to request at least a minimum level of qualifications (see below) and to familiarize yourself with the skills, abilities and tasks your Respite Care Professional is trained to provide. Understanding these details helps ensure a safe, appropriate match for your needs. There are several additional considerations to keep in mind as well, and we'll walk through each of them in the sections below.

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What Else Should You Know?

For every guideline, there are exceptions. You may find an ideal Respite Care Worker within your friend group or local community and they may work exceptionally well with you or your family member. This is perfectly acceptable. Just be sure to clearly communicate your needs and expectations so they can provide safe and appropriate support. If care needs increase over time, consider transitioning to someone with the qualifications to meet those evolving needs.