Respite care provides temporary care so a family caregiver can take a planned break or respond to an urgent need. Service type, eligibility, duration and availability vary; confirm whether the arrangement is day, residential or another form of short-term support.
The directory listings below are a starting point for enquiries, not endorsements or a guarantee of availability. Confirm current services, eligibility, fees and application details directly with each provider.
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A service may provide temporary supervision and support during specified daytime hours.
Some programmes offer a temporary overnight stay; confirm eligibility, care capacity, booking and what belongings or records are needed.
Families and providers can discuss routines, communication, accessibility and health-related support before a respite period.
A guide to the process
For SWD's named residential respite service, each period normally does not exceed 14 consecutive days; the service unit may extend it up to 42 consecutive days depending on need. These limits are scheme-specific, not a general standard for every respite provider; confirm the current rules and availability.
SWD's PWD residential respite service lists users aged 6 or above, with some units serving only those aged 15 or above; the person's care needs must fit the unit. Direct applications and social-worker referrals are accepted. Check the current service page for assessment, booking and medical-examination requirements.
Respite is a temporary care arrangement, not necessarily ongoing rehabilitation or a long-term placement. Public and NGO schemes can have specific eligibility and referral steps.
Guide checked: 2 October 2026. Delivery, eligibility, fees, referral, timing and availability vary by provider and individual; confirm current details directly with the provider or responsible department. This guide is general information, not medical or professional advice.
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香港傷健協會 — i-Point 南區支援中心
The centre's official page describes disability and carer support, training, therapies, respite and inclusion services. Contact the centre to confirm current provision and eligibility.
Review the listed source, then contact the provider to confirm its current address, services, fees and capacity.
No. The directory is a starting point for enquiries and does not confirm that applications are open or capacity is available. Ask the provider directly about its current waiting time and application process.
Requirements depend on the service and funding scheme. Confirm assessment, referral documentation, age and other eligibility criteria with the provider or administering public body.
Confirm the current details with the provider, then use the “Suggest a correction” link on its profile to submit a verifiable update for review.
Page updated: 8 November 2026
This website is for information only and does not constitute medical advice. Please verify eligibility and availability directly with the relevant service provider.