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respiteservices.com consists of agencies funded by the Ministry of Community and Social Services and the Ministry of Children and Youth Services. We are collaborating to develop a more dynamic respite network for both children and adults in the Algoma District. As well, participants include delegates from the Ministry of Community and Social Services, the Children's Rehabilitation Centre-Algoma, Algoma Family Services/Single Point of Access Network, Community Living Algoma.

The guiding principles of respiteservices.com are:

1. To develop a comprehensive respite system in the Algoma District.
2. To develop and maintain a coherent access process for families of children and adults requiring respite options.
3. To facilitate respite options for individuals that match their identified needs.
4. To work closely with service providers to advocate for appropriate service options to meet the needs identified.

Respite care is a family support service that provides temporary relief from the physical and emotional demands involved in caring for a family member who has a disability. Respite creates greater opportunities for all family members to live actively and participate in community activities and allows parents/guardians time for themselves.