Caregiving for an older adult, ill, or disabled family member is a demanding job and no one is equipped to do it alone. Finding respite care services can provide a vital break for family caregivers. Either for just a few hours a week or if you are going on an extended vacation and you are worried about a loved one at home, seeking respite care can help ease the burden of family caregiving and help to relieve stress, bring back some energy and promote some balance back in your life. Maybe you are even exhausted, feeling isolated or burned out. Respite care can also be a benefit for the person you are caring for! Providing stimulation and a welcome change of routine. Seeking support and maintaining your own health is important to managing your role a caregiver. It is not selfish to need time to yourself. After a break to recharge and to reset, you’ll feel more focused and energetic.
