Caregiver Support
Caregiver support programs provide respite care, a service to provides a break from the emotional and physical demands of caring for a friend or relative so you can continue to provide good care.
What to expect
Family/friend caregiving is a complex role with a unique set of responsibilities. These responsibilities can change over time as the care needs of the person change.
Caregiver support is a service to give you a break from the emotional and physical demands of caring for a friend or relative. Caregiving, even when given with love, can be stressful. We offer respite care, a short period of rest and relief, so you can continue to provide good care. It is available at home or outside of the home through short-term stays in a care facility or hospice.
A caregiver is a person who provides unpaid support and care to an adult friend or family member who is:
- elderly,
- has an ongoing illness or disability, or
- is approaching the end of their life.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there a cost for caregiver support?
Caregiver support services are free.
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How do I access caregiver support services?
Home and community care services have general eligibility criteria based on citizenship, residency, age and health condition, and specific criteria for each service based on your assessed needs.
Review the full eligibility criteria and how to arrange home and community care services.
Resources
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Here to Help
Contact for emotional support, information on appropriate referral options and support relating to mental health concerns.
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Seniors’ Distress Line
Call 604-872-1234. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Caregiver self assessment
The assessment will help you understand how well you balance caregiving demands.
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Family caregiver flipbook
Information, tips and tools to staying healthy while caregiving.
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