Day Respite Appointments

Jul 21st 2023 - Jul 25th 2031
PriceFree
Ages:18+ Years
Ratio:1:1 (1 staff to 1 participant support ratio)
Location:164 Merton Street
Notes:For more information, e-mail us at groupservices@autism.net or call (416) 322-7877.

Adult Day Respite appointments will provide needs-based day respite for adults requiring 1:1 support. Appointments will offer immediate and short-term support to families demonstrating immediate need, as well as providing interim respite care for families on waitlists for Evening and Weekend Respite. 

Participants will have exposure to social, recreational and leisure opportunities in a group environment.

This program is funded by the Les and Kae Martin Adult Bursary Program, through the generosity of the Les and Kae Martin Charitable Foundation.

Adult Day Respite Appointments
Dates: Monday to Friday, September 18th, 2023 through June 21st, 2024
Appointment Hours: 9:30am-3:00pm

Book your Intake appointment today!


Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a adult day respite appointment?
Click "Book your Intake Appointment today!" and fill in the intake form to express interest and a program coordinator will be in touch to book an appointment. Please note, completion of the intake process does not guarantee an adult day appointment. Should an appointment be available, families will be contacted regarding next steps.


What is the eligibility criteria?
The participant must be 18+ years of age and require the level of support and supervision of a 1:1 staff to participant support ratio only. Families must demonstrate an immediate need for respite care. 


I have registered for a Les & Kae Martin program in the past, do I need to complete an intake?
Yes, all families interested in the Les & Kae Martin programs are asked to complete an intake form. A program coordinator will then connect regarding next steps. 

Is the intake assessment done in person, virtually or by phone? 
Currently, our intake appointments are conducted virtually or over the phone. 

How many appointments are available?
Due to the overwhelming amount of interest in the Les and Kae Martin Adult Bursary program, the availability of spots are limited. During your intake, families will be notified of the availability of adult day respite appointments and status of their registration.