Topics discussed will include

• How to develop a working relationship with families.
• How to develop a respectful environment for the people we support

Bring a pen and paper if you would like to take notes

Please ensure that you have reliable transportation

Please ensure you have an accurate bus schedule with correct pickup and drop off locations by contacting Transit Windsor

Please download the latest payment submission calendar for July to October 2010.  Important dates are noted including holidays.

Type of Support Roles Required:

In-Home workers……………………………………………………………………………………FRS Administered

• Part-time, hours range from 4 – 6 hours per week
• Support is generally done in the family’s home with specific goals

Respite Providers, Self employed/Private Contracts…………………………………………Parent Administered

RespiteServices.com is a provincial website that will help families to easily access respite workers and services within their local community across Ontario. Families of individuals with developmental disabilities and children with physical disablities can now register online and gain information about respite services offered in their community. It coordinates a network of agencies and organizations providing respite service to individuals. We are collaborating with our community partners to develop a respite network for both children and adults.

Use this timesheet to submit hours applied against your Respite program funding.

This is a guide keeping families goals in mind.

A Guide to Getting Started

• An Article on Promoting Inclusion
• List Community Activities
• Other Activities
• Crafts
• Web Sites for educational ideas, games and recipes
• Examples of Work Sheets
• Daily Life Skills
• Social Skill Development
• Using your Senses
• Motor Development  

About Respite Providers

Family Respite Services believes that respite strengthens families.  We work with families to develop flexible respite services.  Respite care looks different in each family.  Some families choose to have a respite provider care for their child in their home, while others want a time when their child is involved in activities in the community.  Some families find that respite provided out of home best suits their needs.