Backup Care

Backup Care

Balancing work and family priorities can be challenging and sometimes you need care in a pinch. Fortunately, you have a benefit that enables you to find backup care when regular care isn't available. Our experienced team helps you find fill-in care fast. Our backup care providers are vetted so you can rest easy knowing that your family is in good hands.

For children: From sick days to late nights at work, we’ve got you covered.

  • Ability to request care 24/7
  • Short notice help
  • Supporting infants to teens

For adults: Recovering from surgery or need help for mom or dad? We’re here to help

  • Prescreened, nonmedical caregivers
  • Last-minute help
  • Personal care, transportation and more

Costs for Backup Care

  • $8.46 CAD/hour for in-home backup care
  • $28.20 CAD/day per child for in-center backup care (Backup Care Reimbursement only)
  • $176.23 CAD maximum daily allowance per Backup Care Reimbursement day for children/adults.
  • 10 days allowed per contract year

    Request Backup Care (in-home only)

    Request care for your unexpected or short-term care needs:

    Request In-Home Childcare Request Adult Care

    Questions?

    Backup Care Reimbursement or Website Help
    Email: : internationalcarebenefits@care.com