When the task of helping a loved one with their age-related needs starts to feel overwhelming, a break can make a huge difference in your energy levels and your outlook on your role as a family caregiver. However, you can only take time off if you have someone you trust to support your loved one. You can always call on the respite care providers at Visiting Angels^® New Braunfels to offer compassionate care customized to your loved one's needs. With the knowledge that they are in safe hands, you'll be able to fully enjoy a break from caregiving.

What is Respite Care?

Rather than just being a form of senior care, respite care is a lifeline for families in the local community. We strive to provide relief for unpaid family caregivers that improve their quality of life, as well as their ability to continue supporting their loved ones as they age. Our services at Visiting Angels New Braunfels can be arranged in several ways, depending on your family's specific situation, concerns, and care requests.

For example, some family caregivers in New Braunfels want to have regular breaks from their duties. In this case, we can set up weekly, biweekly, or monthly care visits to give them frequent time off and a chance to get the rest they need. In other cases, a family emergency arises, or family caregivers want to take a planned vacation. For this situation, we can take over the senior's care temporarily to free the family caregiver's attention and schedule for a set period.

Another way in which we support family caregivers is by offering supportive care. Our caregivers can step in and assist you with your caregiving duties as needed. An extra set of hands around your loved one's home can be helpful in more ways than one. In addition to helping with physical tasks, we are here to provide knowledge and emotional support as you tackle your duties. 

How Respite Care Helps Seniors in New Braunfels

We will design a care plan based on your loved one's daily routine and set of care needs. We offer a variety of specialized home care services and care types to suit the different needs elderly adults encounter while growing older.

Some of our most common services are as follows:

• Providing a helping hand with dressing and personal care
• Offering reminders to help seniors stick to their medication schedule
• Setting up safe transportation for outings, errands, and appointments
• Taking part in conversation and fun activities to prevent loneliness
• Managing basic chores around the home for a tidy living environment

At Visiting Angels New Braunfels, we understand that each individual's needs are unique. A one-size-fits-all approach won't work. That's why we create a personalized care plan for each of our clients. During your loved one's initial care consultation, we will gather detailed information about your loved one and their needs. This will help us combine our services in a way that helps them age in place.

Another aspect of our customizable respite care is our flexibility. Our caregivers have 24/7 availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This makes it easy for us to meet the scheduling needs of both you and your loved one. We can also make changes to your loved one's care plan and schedule at any time.

Working With Caregivers You Can Trust

When selecting a caregiver to care for your loved one while you are away, you want to find an individual you can trust. Our team at Visiting Angels New Braunfels consists of local caregivers who are both knowledgeable and passionate about elderly care. You can feel comfortable working with our team and trusting us with your loved one's home care.

We have a rigorous vetting process in place to help us choose our caregivers. With a series of interviews, background checks, and reference checks, we can choose upstanding individuals to join our team. This also helps us ensure the safety and care of our clients. You can truly enjoy your break from caregiving when working with our team of caregivers.

Getting Started with Respite Care in New Braunfels

Whether you are looking for more information about this form of care or want to get started right away, just call our local care agency. We will arrange a care consultation at your convenience and at no charge to your family. This is a great opportunity for us to learn more about your loved one and discuss how our services can benefit you both. We can also answer any questions you have about our services and scheduling.

Contact Visiting Angels New Braunfels to book a free respite care consultation in New Braunfels, Seguin, Schertz, Cibolo, San Antonio, Wimberly, or a nearby community today!