Our Team

         Matthew Upson         

         Founder / CEO         

Welcome! I'm Matthew and I'm looking forward to sharing my story, passion and lifelong goal with you and your family. Since a young age I've always helped in advocating for others and treated each individual the same way I'd want myself or loved ones to be treated. Knowing early on in my career that this was my passion was the easiest decision of my life which led me to enroll in the EA with special needs and PSW program. 

Throughout the last 20 years I have continuously taken numerous training to expand my knowledge in this field such as Counselling Skills for Mental Health,  Assist (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills), Use & Addictions, Medication Administration, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), along with First Aid  & CPR just to name a few. 

My work experience started as a support worker in multiple designated treatment facilities as well as many roles I've had in various group homes. Over the years, I've had the honour of helping and working with many  families and individuals in a variety of contexts including youth, adolescents, adults and seniors with developmental disabilities, dual diagnosis, mental health, behavioral, traumatic brain injury and complex medical and/or special needs. 

Recently I had the experience of a lifetime while consulting adolescent females at the youth rehabilitation center for girls in Inukjuak, Nunavik. 

It was one of the most incredible educational, informative and liberating experiences I have ever been apart of. 

Currently I've been assisting families to form treatment that is designed to address issues affecting the health and functioning of families while providing transitional support to individuals recovering from an acquired brain injury and/or serious trauma. 

Throughout my career, I have seen the struggle that families face daily and It's not easy. This is precisely why I began take 5 respite services. I needed  to help make life a little easier for families, or at least give you the break that you deserve!

When I'm not working, I enjoy golfing, hockey, fishing and travelling. 

My fiancé and I have 4 beautiful children that range from 5 months -15 years old.  I totally understand the need to relax, refresh and recharge!

  Joshua Sleep

 Co Founder / Director

Hi! I'm Joshua, and I am really excited to get to meet you, as well as help you and your loved ones. 

I started off on this journey 14 years ago working in the  Developmental Service sector. During my time as a DSP, I have trained in numerous areas, including Assist (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills), CPI( Crisis Prevention Intervention), First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration and advanced behavior management. Originally, I trained as a Mechanic, firefighter as well as a first responder, earning Certificates in each. I have always had a passion for helping, and have been able to take this passion and use it practically with the many people I have supported over the years.

 As a member of Scouts Canada for the last 4 years, I have initiated and organized outdoor camps and activities including weekends, overnight and even winter camping. 

 When I'm not working, some of my favorite hobbies include hiking, fishing, swimming, outdoor survival and anything to do with nature. My beautiful family. I live in Ridgeway, and enjoy living on a small hobby Farm.  As a proud husband and father to 4 amazing kids ranging from ages 7-12, I am excited to share in their passion for the outdoors and nature. 

 I understand fully, the need to Relax, Refresh and Recharge yourselves and look forward to having take 5 help you with that.