Trusted Respite Care, Disability Support in Edmonton
Flexible in-home and community-based support for children, youth, adults, foster caregivers, kinship caregivers, and families across Edmonton and surrounding communities. Services include respite care for children and adults, support for families receiving FSCD, PDD, or FMS funding, and caregiver relief services.
Flexible Scheduling
Evenings, weekends, urgent requests — care that fits real family life.
Thoroughly Screened Caregivers
Police checks, references, First Aid/CPR — every worker, every time.
Children & Adults Supported
One trusted team providing respite and support services for children, adults, and families throughout their care journey.
Screened workers, ready when you need them.
We do our best to accommodate urgent requests. Whether you're navigating a sudden change, a hospital discharge, or simply need a regular break, we do our best to accommodate families facing unexpected needs — often within days, not weeks.
- Evenings & weekends
- Often available for same-week start
- Short-notice coverage
- Ongoing or one-off support
Why Families Trust Us
Every worker who enters your home has been through our rigorous screening process — because peace of mind isn't optional.
How It Works
Three simple steps to trusted respite care.
Complete a short intake
Book a free assessment. We'll learn about your family, needs, and schedule in a relaxed, no-pressure conversation.
We match you with a screened worker
We search our pool of fully screened workers for someone whose skills, experience, and personality fit your family.
Care begins — often within days
Once you're happy with the match, care starts on your schedule. No long waitlists, no unnecessary delays.
Services for Every Stage
From early childhood through adulthood — for parents, guardians, and caregivers alike.
Children & Youth (FSCD)
In-home and community respite for children with disabilities. Flexible scheduling, sibling care, and support for both general and higher (complex care) needs.
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Adults (PDD & FMS)
Support services for adults with developmental disabilities, including in-home care, community access, and personal care assistance.
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Foster & Kinship Caregivers
Monthly respite for Alberta's foster and kinship caregivers — screened workers who understand children in care.
Learn moreThe same worker whenever possible.
Not the right fit? We'll rematch at no cost. Your family's comfort and trust come first — always.
Care that grows with your family
We support families from early childhood (FSCD) through adulthood (PDD & FMS), as well as foster and kinship caregivers. There is no need to switch respite services when your child turns 18 — we help with the transition and keep the same quality of care throughout.
What Families Say
Real feedback from Edmonton-area families who trust us with their care.
“Finding reliable respite felt impossible until we found Respite Edmonton. Our worker is wonderful, and for the first time in years we can actually take a weekend to ourselves.”
Sarah M.
Parent, Edmonton
“The screening process gave us real peace of mind. Our son has complex needs and the worker matched to us has been patient, skilled, and genuinely kind.”
David & Priya K.
Parents, St. Albert
“We transitioned from FSCD to PDD when our daughter turned 18, and Respite Edmonton made it seamless. Same familiar faces, same quality care.”
The L. Family
Sherwood Park
Ready to get started?
Tell us about your family's needs and we'll work with you to find the right support.