In-Home Respite Care can be broken down into four basic types of services for an impaired older person.
- Companion services where the caregiver supervises entertains, or just visits with the senior when they are lonely and want company.
- Homemaker services where the caregiver assists with housekeeping chores, preparing meals, or shopping.
- Personal care services where the caregiver helps the aged individual bathe, get dressed, go to the bathroom, and/or exercise.
- Skilled care services where the caregiver assists in tending to the senior’s medical needs, such as when administering medications.
What is Respite Care?
Respite Care varies from individual to individual. For example, respite care can vary from part of a day to several weeks. Also, it encompasses a wide range of different services that include traditional home-based care, adult day care, skilled nursing, home health, and short-term institutional care. The reason to have respite care is to help elderly family, friends, and neighbors remain in their own homes and communities for as long as possible. By providing assistance family caregivers can take care of other responsibilities or needs while being comforted by the fact their loved one is receiving high-quality care and attention.These services and amenities usually include:
- Three nutritious meals daily.
- Medication management.
- 24-hour supervision and security.
- Assistance with personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and grooming.
- Laundry service.
- Housekeeping.
- Activities and outings.
- Transportation.