Respite Care Services in St. Albert, Edmonton, and Fort McMurray
Family Respite Care for Children with Special Needs
At Bright Star Respite, we provide family respite services in St. Albert, Edmonton, and Fort McMurray for children with developmental, behavioral, physical, and communication needs. Our mission is to give caregivers time to rest and recharge, while children enjoy safe, meaningful, and joyful experiences with trained respite providers.
Every child is unique, and every family’s needs are different. That’s why our respite care programs are flexible, personalized, and built on compassion, inclusivity, and trust.
In-Home Respite Care
Our in-home respite care services bring professional caregivers directly into your home. Parents can stay or step out, confident that their child is safe and supported.
Activities are tailored to each child, focusing on play, creativity, and low-screen, one-on-one engagement. This option is ideal for families looking for consistency and comfort in a familiar environment.
Community Respite Programs
With our community respite programs, children are encouraged to connect, explore, and grow outside the home. Our respite providers accompany children on outings, offering behavioral support and assistance with daily living skills.
These programs help children experience the world around them, while giving families confidence that their child is supported in every setting.
Overnight Respite Care
Our overnight respite care services offer families extended relief while ensuring children follow consistent routines. From bedtime to morning transitions, our team provides compassionate supervision and safe, nurturing care.
This option is especially helpful for caregivers who need rest or time away overnight.
Sibling Respite & Family Support Services
We know family responsibilities extend beyond one child. That’s why we also provide sibling respite and family support services, giving parents peace of mind during appointments or busy days.
This support ensures siblings feel included, cared for, and engaged while parents focus on other priorities.
Urgent & Emergency Respite Care
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Our urgent and emergency respite care services are available on short notice, providing families with reliable support when it’s needed most.
We’re here to help you navigate unexpected challenges with compassion and flexibility.
Expanding Services: Play, Music & Speech Therapy
Play Therapy
Encourages creativity, confidence, and emotional expression
Music Therapy
Builds communication, rhythm, and joy through music
Speech Therapy
Supports speech and language development in a fun, encouraging way
Lego-Based Therapy
Fosters teamwork, problem-solving, and connection through play
These innovative therapies are designed to help children thrive while giving families more comprehensive support.