Caring for an aging loved one can be an enormous undertaking, especially when you have other activities that need your attention, i.e., family, work, and/or personal obligations. The responsibilities of caring for a loved one can become overwhelming.

If you are one of 40+ million Americans providing unpaid elder care, you already know and possibly have experienced many of the challenges of being the primary caregiver. Fortunately, there are many resources available to assist you.

Respite care from a trusted home care agency can give you a break when you need it most.

What is Respite Care?

Visiting Angels of Coeur d'Alene provides temporary in-home care to give you relief from being the main caregiver. It's designed to give you time to rest or take care of other things, while your loved one still receives the care they need.

The best part about respite care is its built-in flexibility. You can arrange for help for a few hours, overnight, or even weekly or monthly visits, depending on what works for you.

Respite Care Services

Visiting Angels offers a variety of in-home care services, including companion care and personal care. Some of the common tasks our caregivers help with include:

• Laundry and light housekeeping
• Meal preparation and grocery shopping
• Medication reminders
• Help with daily activities like dressing, grooming, and bathing

This flexible care can be provided in or around the following areas: Athol ID, Priest River, ID, Coeur D Alene ID, Fernan Lake Village ID, Hauser ID, Hayden ID, Hayden Lake ID, Post Falls ID, Sandpoint ID, Harrison ID, and Moscow ID. 

If your loved one has specific needs such as Parkinson's care, Alzheimer's care and dementia care, Visiting Angels’  caregivers are trained to assist in this specialized support.

What Does Caregiver Burnout Include?

If you provide full-time care for a loved one without assistance, you may be at high risk of burnout, occasionally referred to as "caregiver burnout." Watch for these symptoms to ensure you are not suffering from burnout. 

• Losing interest in daily activities
• Forgetting appointments or responsibilities
• Not enjoying social activities anymore
• Trouble sleeping
• Using unhealthy coping methods like overeating or substance use
• Feeling stressed, angry, or isolated
• Resentment toward your loved one

Respite care can help reduce these feelings and make caregiving more manageable. Taking breaks is important for your well-being and helps prevent burnout.

In-home respite care can substantially reduce your risk of burnout and make caring for your loved one more sustainable. If you need to take a break from your caregiving responsibilities, our professional caregivers can provide services while you focus on your well-being. If your daily or weekly caregiving routine has become overwhelming, Visiting Angels can perform regular respite visits to reduce your workload.

Get Started With Respite Care

Visiting Angels Coeur d'Alene serves many areas in North Idaho. Give us a call to set up your free consultation.