Répit le Zéphyr offers In-Home respite care service, in leisure support, in respite houses, either for our house in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield or in Vaudreuil-Dorion, respites in summer day camp or spring break and our service, a place for 0-5 years and support for all, for integration or retention in childcare.

Are you from the MRC Vaudreuil-Soulanges, Beauharnois-Salaberry or Haut-Saint Laurent and your child has an intellectual disability or an autism spectrum disorder?
You can make a service request to be evaluated by our coordinators.

These services must be planned. These are not emergency services!

In-home respite care

This service is carried out in the family home of those with a dependant between 0 and 65 years old, with special needs.

The service allows families to carry out various activities in their daily lives, such as grocery shopping, going to the movies, date nights, etc., or on an occasional basis, such as medical appointments, etc. Parents can also remain at home while the caregiver cares for the person with special needs and their siblings.

This service must be planned in advance. Families should not consider this to be an emergency service.

Fees vary according to the duration of the service, the number of individuals to be cared for, as well as subsidies provided by the organization.

Services are offered to biological families caring for a child or children between 0 and 65 years old, with a diagnosed intellectual disability (ID) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with or without a physical disability (PD).

We offer reduced-rate hours to families, but the number of hours may vary depending on how many children with ID or ASD are in the same family. Siblings are accepted, but reduced-rate hours will only be provided for children with ID or ASD.

From April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, depending on the number of children
1 or 2 children: Regular hourly rate $17.50/h – Reduced hourly rate $10.45/h
3 or more children: Regular hourly rate $19.50/h – Reduced hourly rate $11.45/h

In-Home Respite Package

12h Service (Family/Zéphyr): $170 / $35
24h Service (Family/Zéphyr): $300 / $40
36h Service (Family/Zéphyr): $440 / $45

For an indefinite period, we will no longer take new requests for In-Home service and recreational accompaniment.

We have received a high volume of requests, We plan to reassess the situation in the coming months and adjust our services based on available resources. Any potential reopening of this service will be announced on our Facebook page, and the service will be made available again through the form on our website.

Thank you for your understanding.

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Service de répits à Domicile

Recreational accompaniment

Our staff can accompany an individual between 0 and 65 years old, with special needs as well as their family on outings such as to the movies, cultural activities, family outings, vacations, etc.

Services are offered to biological families caring for an individual between 0 and 65 years old, with a suspected or diagnosed intellectual disability (ID) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with or without a physical disability (PD).

Fees may vary depending on the number of children, need, and available subsidies.

Rates are the same as for in-home respite services.
For outings, meal costs, transportation, or any other outing-related expenses are the responsibility of the family.

For an undetermined period of time, we will no longer be accepting new requests for in-home and leisure-accompaniment services.

We have received a high volume of requests. We plan to reassess the situation in the coming months and adjust our services based on available resources. Any potential reopening of this service will be announced on our Facebook page, and the service will once again be available through the form on our website.

Thank you for your understanding.

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Maison Zéphyr

Welcome to the Maison Zéphyr, where the individual is at the heart of everything.

Since its foundation in 2001, Répit le Zéphyr has always hoped to create a soothing home where it would be safe to leave one’s child with special needs for a respite. Take advantage of our services at La Maison Zéphyr, they are here for YOU…

The respite offered at the Maison Zéphyr takes place in Vaudreuil-Dorion. It serves biological families caring for an individual from 4 to 65 years old with an intellectual disability and/or an autism spectrum disorder with or without a physical disability. Stays can last from 1 to 7 consecutive days. We also offer day respite services. Fees may vary according to the length of service and available subsidies.

This service must be planned in advance.

Contact information for Maison Zéphyr

ADDRESS: 3091 Lavoie Street, Vaudreuil-Dorion, J7V 8J3
PHONE: 514-426-7637
E-MAIL ADDRESS: coordo@repitlezephyr.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/repitlezephyr

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Maison Jean-Reid

Welcome to the Maison Jean-Reid, where the individual is at the heart of everything.

The Maison Jean-Reid opened its doors for its first respite on April 16, 2021. The respite offered at the Maison Jean-Reid takes place in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. It serves biological families caring for an individual from 4 to 65 years old with an intellectual disability and/or an autism spectrum disorder with or without a physical disability. Stays can last from 1 to 7 consecutive days. We also offer day respite services. Fees may vary according to the length of service and available subsidies.

This service must be planned in advance.

Contact information for Maison Jean-Reid

ADDRESS: 97, Albert-Wallot steet in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
PHONE: (438) 290-5129
E-MAIL ADDRESS: coordo@repitlezephyr.com
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/repitlezephyr

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Maison Jean-Reid

Summer Day Camp – 13-21 years old

Our Summer Day Camp is available to youth aged 13 to 21 with special needs such as an intellectual disability (ID) or an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). All of the activities are planned according to the interests, abilities and needs of participants. The day camp is located in Valleyfield, and the majority of activities take place outdoors.

N.B The registration for the Summer Day Camp must be done before April 1 2025.
The day camp will take place from Wednesday June 25, to Friday August 15 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please note that for the day of July 1st, the day camp will take place.

No daycare available.

Admission requirements

Fees may vary depending on available subsidies. For 2025, they are $34 per day of attendance.

Services are available to biological families caring for a child or children aged 13 to 21 with a diagnosed intellectual disability (ID) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with or without a physical disability (PD).

Services are available to people who live in the territory of the Beauharnois-Salaberry MRC, Haut-Saint-Laurent MRC and Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC.

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Camp de jour

Summer Day Camp 5-12 years old

Répit le Zéphyr is proud to continue its partnership with the City of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield to offer a specialized day camp for children aged 5 to 12 with special needs, particularly those related to an intellectual disability (ID) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
This camp, offered during the summer school break, provides a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where each child can thrive at their own pace and according to their strengths. Activities are carefully selected to promote social, emotional, and motor development, while also meeting the interests and abilities of the participants.
N.B. Registrations for this summer day camp must be completed directly through the City of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.
The day camp will run from Wednesday, June 25 to Friday, August 15, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please note that the camp will be open on July 1st.

No before- or after-camp childcare service is available.

Admission requirements

Being a Salaberry-de-Valleyfield family.

Be between 5 and 12 years old as of September 30 of the current year;
Live with a disability or have special needs;
Be able to actively participate in regular day camp activities.

Please contact the City of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield for information on fees ans inscription.
Phone : 450 371-4035
Email: cdj@ville.valleyfield.qc.ca

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Camp de jour estival 5-12 ans

March Break Day Camp 13-21 years old

Our March Break Day Camp is available to youth aged 13 to 21 with special needs such as an intellectual disability (ID) or an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). All of the activities are planned according to the interests, abilities and needs of participants.

N.B The March Break Day Camp will take place from March 3 to 7, 2025. The registration period will begin on November 15 and will end on January 15, 2025.

The location of the day camp is to be determined.

To Register online

No daycare available.

Admission requirements
Fees may vary depending on available subsidies. For 2025 the fees are $32 per day of attendance.

Services are available to biological families caring for a child or children aged 13 to 21, diagnosed intellectual disability (ID) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with or without a physical disability (PD).

Services are available to people who live in the territory of the Beauharnois-Salaberry MRC, Haut-Saint-Laurent MRC and Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC.

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Relâche

A place for 0-5 and accompaniment for all !

Our new service “A place for 0-5 and accompaniment for all”  is a pilot project that aims to provide services to biological families in the MRC de Beauharnois-Salaberry and Vaudreuil-Soulanges with a child under 5 years old of age with special needs, whether they are awaiting a diagnosis or have yet to receive one.

We offer comprehensive assistance in finding quality educational childcare for your child. Our support doesn’t stop there; we also work to facilitate your child’s integration into the educational childcare service and to maintain their spot if  there is a risk of expulsion.

Our team is specially trained to understand your child’s specific needs and to help you navigate the educational services system.

This service is provided free of charge.

Admission requirements

This service is offered free of charge to residents of the MRC de Beauharnois-Salaberry or Vaudreuil-Soulanges.
To be eligible, you must:

  • Be a resident of the MRC de Beauharnois-Salaberry or Vaudreuil-Soulanges.
  • Be the biological parent of a child between the age of 0 and 5 years with specific needs, with or without a diagnosis.
  • Be looking for a spot in a daycare center.
    OR
  • Require support for the integration of your child into a childcare service
    OR
  • Be at risk of having your childcare contract terminated due to your child’s specific needs.

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Information

Step 1 : SERVICE REQUEST

You must first make a service request on our website, when the service is offered.

Step 2: Contact us

Contact Mrs. Noémie Prieur, Family Services Coordinator, at 450-370-8804 to make a request for services. During this initial contact, you will be asked to specify your needs:

  • What are your child’s individual characteristics (diagnosis, particular problems)
  • An estimate of the frequency of caregiving needs
  • A meeting with a representative of Répit le Zéphyr with be organized (allow approximately 1.5 hours). This meeting may take place at the organisation’s offices or at the family’s home.

Step 3: Meeting with a representative

During the meeting with a representative of Répit le Zéphyr:

  • Information will be provided concerning the characteristics of the individual to be cared for as well as the family’s needs with regard to respite care.
  • The organization’s service agreement will be explained and signed.

Step 4: Matching

A caregiver, with availabilities that correspond with the family’s needs, will be assigned to the family. The family will receive contact information for the caregiver in question and vice versa. It should be noted that the time frame for finding a match may vary depending on the needs of the family as well as the availability of caregivers at any given time.

Once a match is made, the caregiver will contact the family within 48 hours to schedule an initial meeting at the family’s home. At least one parent must be present at this meeting, as well as the individual with special needs and ideally if necessary, any siblings who will also require care.

Step 5: First meeting

This meeting lasts a maximum of 1.5 hours and takes place at the expense of the organisation.

The meeting allows the caregiver to:

  • learn from the parents about the type of care to be provided, the characteristics of the individual with special needs, and any household rules;
  • confirm the parents’ expectations of the caregiver and their work;
  • create a bond with the entire family before the start of caregiving services.

It allows parents to:

  • learn from the caregiver about their previous knowledge and experience;
  • clarify their expectations;
  • inform the caregiver about the characteristics of their children and household rules;
  • plan caregiving services.

Step 6: First caregiving experience

Parents and caregivers communicate with each other as needed. In the event that the designated caregiver is not available, the family must contact Répit le Zéphyr and another match will be proposed according to availabilities at that time.

Frequently asked questions

Our services are offered and are limited to people living in the territory of the following three MRCs:

  • MRC de Beauharnois-Salaberry
  • MRC du Haut-Saint-Laurent
  • MRC de Vaudreuil-Soulanges.

We primarily hire students studying in special education or a related field (orderlies, nursing, early childhood education, social work, teaching). We also hire individuals already working in similar fields on a part-time or full-time basis who wish to volunteer more of their time. We also hire individuals with experience in caring for those with special needs.

Our matches are made between one or sometimes two caregivers and a family. We prefer to work on a long-term basis as we know it can be challenging to create a meaningful connection with an individual with special needs and their family.

Based on your schedule and the needs of your child in terms of care, we will match your family with a caregiver who is available and comfortable providing the type of care your child requires.

This depends on many factors. The required schedule or need, the child’s profile, the amount of caregiver available, the availability of caregivers at the time the request is posted, the flexibility of the request, the location of services and the waiting list. We cannot predict a time frame. It is recommended that your request for services be posted as soon as there is a need.

The role of the caregiver is to:

  • See to the well-being and safety of the individual with special needs as well as that of any siblings entrusted to them.
  • Entertain and monitor
  • Provide the necessary hygiene care
  • Prepare and serve meals or snacks as required
  • Ensure instructions provided by parents are respected
  • Be attentive to the needs of children
  • Intervene adequately in the event a problem should occur

It is very important that the parent clearly state his or her expectations of the caregiver so that they are able to meet them. Some families prefer their children be offered activities, while others only want supervision. The caregivers are there to meet the expectations parents set out.

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Tel: 450 370-8804
Email: llaberge@repitlezephyr.com

*In this site, the terms used to refer to individuals are used in a generic sense and are inclusive of all genders.