Respite Care
Relief for Caregivers
Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers and family members. Caregiving responsibilities can be arranged for an afternoon or several days or weeks. At Promedcare, our respite care services are available for a couple of hours a day to run your errands or to allow for a full day off so you can recharge your physical and mental battery.
Everyone needs a break. Respite care provides caregivers a temporary rest from caregiving, while the person being cared for continues to receive assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, mobility assistance, and more in a safe environment. Using respite services can help relieve stress on caregivers while supporting and strengthening primary caregiver and family caregiver abilities when they resume caregiving responsibilities.
Benefits of Respite Care Services
Seeking help does not make you a failure. Respite care can help give you:
- A new environment or time to relax and is a good way to take time for yourself.
- A chance to spend time with other friends and family, or to just relax and focus on your mental health through self-care
- Time to take care of errands such as shopping, exercising, getting a haircut, or going to the doctor
- Comfort and peace of mind knowing that the person in your care is spending time with a trained home care professional
Respite care services can give individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s an opportunity to:
- Socialize and interact with others
- Spend time in a safe, supportive environment
- Participate in activities designed to match personal abilities and needs
Respite Care or In-Home Care? What’s the Difference
Respite care offers temporary relief to primary caregivers by providing short-term assistance for their loved ones, allowing caregivers to rest or attend to personal matters. In contrast, in-home care focuses on providing ongoing support to individuals who need assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, within the comfort of their own homes. While both services aim to enhance the well-being of the individual, respite care is specifically designed to support caregivers by giving them a temporary break.
Plan Ahead: Finding a Caregiver for Unexpected Situations
Emergencies, unplanned situations, or unexpected trips can create a need for immediate care by an alternative caregiver. Contact us to try our home respite care providers out in a non-emergency situation, so you’re ready if the need arises. Planning by knowing who to contact for respite care will aid you in case of an emergency. It’s a good idea to have contact information for the individual’s medical team as well as a list of all current medications (with dosage and frequency always taken) easily accessible.
Tip: Sometimes, a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s may have difficulty adjusting to a new caregiver and care plan. Regular visits from a trusted respite care provider can allow the overall adjustment to become easier.
Overcoming Concerns
It’s normal to be apprehensive about trying something new. Common concerns caregivers have about using respite care include:
- Cost: You may be concerned about the cost of respite care services. At Promedcare, our respite services are affordable and will work within your budget.
- Reliability: You may be concerned about the dependability of the aide or service. Those who work for an agency or care community should be reliable and well-trained and are often certified. At Promedcare, we utilize our well-established caregiving team to find the best fit for your loved one.
- Guilt: You may believe that you should be able to “do it all.” Seeking help does not make you a failure. It’s important to remember that respite services benefit the individual needing care as well as the caregiver.
Respite Care in Fremont, Columbus, Norfolk, and Blair, NE
At Promedcare, we understand the vital role caregivers play in the lives of their loved ones. Our trained staff provides the support you need, whether it’s a brief break to recharge or longer periods of relief. We believe that everyone deserves a moment of respite, and seeking help doesn’t equate to failure but rather demonstrates your commitment to delivering the best care possible.
As a leading home care agency in Fremont, Columbus, Norfolk, Blair, NE, and surrounding areas, you can trust that your loved one will receive the highest quality care, allowing you to tend to your needs, run errands, or simply take a well-deserved break. Our skilled caregiving team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of both caregivers and those under their care. Don’t let concerns about the cost of respite services, reliability, or guilt hold you back from finding a respite care provider; Promedcare is committed to working within your budget and ensuring a safe, supportive environment for your loved one.
We offer respite care services in Fremont, Columbus, Norfolk, and Blair, NE that provide comfort, peace of mind, and the opportunity for you to rejuvenate and tend to your own needs, knowing your loved one is in capable hands.