REGIONAL RESPITE PROGRAM

In conjunction with Niagara Support Services, Niagara Training & Employment Agency operates a six-bed, wheelchair accessible respite program. This is one of two regional respite programs, which is a resource of last resort for children with high needs. Availability includes:

• Planned weekend respite throughout the year from Friday to Sunday
• Up to nine weeks of 24-hour respite support during the summer

Criteria for Admission:

• Five to 17.5 years of age with any disability
• No other respite being used
• Residing in Thorold South, Port Colborne, Welland, Pelham, Niagara Falls, or Fort Erie
• All referrals must go through Contact Niagara

Contact NTEC

Administration Office
120 Canby Street
P.O. Box 190
Port Robinson, ON L0S 1K0

Phone: 905-384-9491
FAX: 905-384-2691