When seniors need a helping hand, family members are often the first ones to step in. However, caring for a loved one can be exhausting on both a mental and emotional level. With respite care delivered by the care professionals at Visiting Angels^® Effingham, family caregivers in the local area can have time off to rest and recuperate.

If you need a break as a family caregiver, it's important to know you're not alone. We are ready to help you avoid burnout and ensure your loved one always benefits from the high-quality care they need and deserve.

What is Respite Care?

The types of services that make up the category of respite care include temporary senior home care that allows family caregivers in the Effingham area to take breaks as needed. With time off from their responsibilities, these overworked individuals can finally find time for self-care. The goal of this care type is to give family caregivers peace of mind to address other priorities in their lives without constantly wondering if their loved one is doing alright without them.

How Respite Care Helps Seniors in Effingham

Our professional care providers can help out in a number of ways depending on the preferences of family caregivers and the needs of individual seniors.

Here are some of the types of assistance common with respite care:

• Preparing meals for seniors
• Doing laundry and basic chores
• Engaging in conversation and pastimes
• Transporting seniors to appointments
• Giving reminders to take medication
• Offering emotional support and companionship

In addition to providing a much-needed break for the family caregiver, our services also give seniors the opportunity for new interactions in a supportive environment.

Getting Started with Respite Care

By taking the time to look after your own needs as a family caregiver, you can ensure you are prepared to accommodate the needs of your loved one. Everyone deserves a break every now and again, and the services we offer make it easy to schedule time off while having full peace of mind about your loved one.

Simply get in touch with our office in Effingham to request a free care consultation and learn more about what we have to offer. We'll use this time to get to know your personal situation and the types of services your loved one needs. Then, we'll answer your questions and start building a custom care plan.

Get the respite care you need to avoid caregiver burnout. Call Visiting Angels Effingham today to reserve your free consultation in Effingham, Altamont, Teutopolis, Shelbyville, or a community in the surrounding areas.