As a family caregiver, it can be difficult to balance your caregiving duties with your needs and obligations. Our respite care in Harrisonburg helps local family caregivers find balance. We understand the sacrifices caregivers make every day. That's why we are happy to step in and give you time for self-care, your career, or family time. At Visiting Angels^® Harrisonburg, our team of caregivers specializes in providing comprehensive and flexible care in the homes of local seniors.

What is Respite Care?

This care is the act of providing quality care for an elderly individual while their family caregiver takes time away. It is typically scheduled on a temporary or short-term basis. Some examples include the family caregiver taking a week off for vacation, or needing a few hours off per week for self-care. A local, knowledgeable caregiver will step in and provide assistance, care, and companionship for your loved one while you are away.

How Respite Care Helps

Without appropriate rest and time away from their duties, family caregivers can experience burnout. Caregiver burnout can cause you to feel frustration, resentment toward your loved one, and anger. Seeking help or time away from your caregiving duties allows you to combat burnout and continue caring for your loved one.

Our team at Visiting Angels Harrisonburg provides home care services to help family caregivers in our area. We can step in and provide the care your loved one needs while you are away. Our respite services include assistance with activities of daily living and friendly companionship.

Here are some of the services we offer:

• Light housekeeping 
• Meal planning and preparation
• Companionship
• Respectful personal care
• Medication reminders
• Running errands
• Mobility assistance

Our caregivers have flexible scheduling available, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. No matter what your schedule entails, our caregivers are available to provide care for your loved one as needed. We also have part-time scheduling available where your loved one can receive care on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.

Getting Started with Respite Care at Visiting Angels Harrisonburg

Visiting Angels Harrisonburg is a locally owned and operated senior care agency. Our team of owners, staff, and caregivers is passionate about elderly care and supporting family caregivers. Our respite care services are available in Harrisonburg, Bridgewater, Woodstock, and throughout the surrounding areas.

For more information about our respite care, contact Visiting Angels Harrisonburg today. We have free, no-obligation care consultations available to help you get started with our services.