Respite Services are available to all parents/guardians of persons who have diverse abilities in the Chatham-Kent area * it is also hoped this will provide families with a break that will assist them in continuing to support the unique needs of their family member * Respite Services are provided in a home environment which allows an opportunity to share accommodations with peers and learn related skills * full sleeping, bathing, kitchen and laundry facilities are available * recreational activities outside of the location are planned according to community events, availability and funding * television, movies, board games, card games, toys (for children), computers, crafts, gaming system(s) are available to everyone using respite services

Children’s respite can provide support for 8 children and Adult respite can support up to 5 people * respite services are available throughout the year, with the exception of Christmas to New Year * Children’s respite is also closed for the Easter Holiday and the first week of September