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WAYS offers three respite services to families in Chatham-Kent and London Middlesex:
Family Respite (Chatham-Kent) Although programs differ, all share the common goal of helping families through difficult times so that they can stay together. In Chatham-Kent, the Family Respite Program provides temporary residential and non-residential care for families who have at-risk babies and children up to age 6. The program is voluntary and accepts both self-referrals and referrals from community partners. It is normally used by parents who are experiencing difficulty, particularly when they have a child with complex needs and do not have access to enough formal or informal supports. The program provides timely assistance to parents when they first experience distress or crisis. Early intervention reduces the need for more costly and intrusive care and enhances family functioning. Our goal is to promote the safe and healthy development of children. To learn more about the Family Respite Program in Chatham-Kent, call 519-354-2065 ext. 2206. The Family Respite Program is funded by the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. The Family Support program helps families in London with children and youth who have complex mental health needs. Support is provided both in the home and in the community. Service agreements are developed and then reviewed annually. Support is available, if necessary, until the youth’s 18th birthday. Our goal is to help keep families together by building resiliency. Contact the Community Services Coordination Network at 519-438-4783 for a referral to this program. The Residential Respite program helps families by providing weekend care for youth age 14 to 17 in one of WAYS’ residential facilities. Care is available in either a 24- or 48-hour time block. This program is potentially appropriate for youth who are:
Contact the Crisis Intake Team at 519-433-0334 for a referral to Residential Respite.
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