Respite care can make a world of difference for unpaid family caregivers who feel overwhelmed or exhausted by the demanding routine of supporting a loved one with age-related issues. At Visiting Angels^® Fort Atkinson, we strive to make sure these individuals reach out for help before they encounter the consequences of caregiver burnout. With our professional services, you can confidently take time off from your caregiving responsibilities while having peace of mind your loved one is safe, secure, and at ease.

We are proud to offer Veteran Affair (VA) home care and veteran homecare services as a VA credential supportive home health provider!  Many veteran clients and their families benefit from respite care hours assigned and paid for through the VA.

What is Respite Care?

Our services go above and beyond a helping hand for seniors and their family caregivers in the Fort Atkinson area. Our professional care providers aim to form a support system for local families who are trying to juggle it all. In contrast to other service types offered at our agency, family caregivers continue to do the bulk of the work but can book respite care visits as needed. That way, they can remain their loved one’s main source of support without feeling they’re stretching themselves too thin.

How Respite Care Helps Seniors in Fort Atkinson

As we want to help as many caregivers as possible, our services can support seniors with all kinds of age-related conditions and caregiving needs. Whether your loved one struggles with the symptoms of a memory disorder or has mobility limitations, we’ll pair them with a care professional who will assist them with compassion and respect.

Ready to learn more about the kinds of tasks our care providers can assist with? Our caregiving team in Fort Atkinson often provides a helping hand with:

• Laundry and vacuuming
• Tidying up the house
• Cooking meals
• Running errands
• Going to doctors’ offices
• Medication reminders
• Bathing and grooming
• Conversation
• Social activities
• Emotional support

Getting Started with Respite Care at Visiting Angels Fort Atkinson

We provide families in the local area with no-cost, no-obligation care consultations. These meetings give us the chance to educate families about our caregiving approach and explain the logistics of care. During these meetings, we also answer any questions that arise and start creating a customized blueprint of care for the senior. If you need support on short notice, we may be able to fast-track this process.

Get started with respite care today! Call Visiting Angels Fort Atkinson to reserve your family’s free consultation. We’re available to visit with interested family caregivers and seniors in Fort Atkinson, Delavan, Elkhorn, Janesville, Jefferson, Lake Mills, Johnson Creek, Lake Geneva, Stoughton, Waterloo, Watertown, Milton, Whitewater, and towns throughout the surrounding areas.