Family members who regularly assist a loved one may occasionally need time away from their caregiving responsibilities for work, appointments, personal obligations, or rest. Family respite care provides temporary in-home support so a family caregiver can step away while the individual continues receiving appropriate assistance with routine needs. It may be useful when a family member provides ongoing support to a senior, adult with a disability, or individual with other care needs and needs another person to provide assistance for a period of time. For families in Alexandria, respite support can take place in the individual’s home while the usual family caregiver is temporarily away.
How It Works
During a respite period, support may include assistance with:
Personal care and daily routines
Meals and routine household activities
Mobility and transfer assistance
Companionship and supervision
Other established non-medical support needs
What to Expect
A caregiver provides in-home support for the agreed respite period while the regular family caregiver is away. The individual continues with familiar routines, with the respite caregiver assisting with the tasks and activities within the established scope of support. Once the respite period ends, the family caregiver can resume their usual caregiving responsibilities, with future respite periods arranged as needed.
Find the Right Support at Home
Reach out to discuss the type of home-based support that may fit your circumstances and daily routines. We can talk through your needs, questions, and the services that may be relevant to your situation.