Giving the gift of caring for a loved one is one of the most gracious things one can do in life. Whether that is a parent suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia or a disabled relative, you’re giving the gift of assistance that allows them to continue living comfortably in their own home. So, what about when you need a break? That is where Visiting Angels Richmond VA comes in.

With respite care from Visiting Angels, we provide interim home care for seniors in Midlothian, Richmond, Henrico and surrounding Virginia communities so family caregivers can take time to recharge.

Being that family caregiver is a rewarding role, but it can be greatly demanding. In order to provide that level of care your loved one needs you need to make sure you are taking care of yourself as well. Watching your diet, exercising, taking breaks and looking after your mental health are all crucial during this time. Many times, though, family members are too involved in the care of their loved one to focus their attention on themselves like they need to. This where senior caregivers from Visiting Angels come in – to give you a break for a few hours or for an few days.

How Respite Care from Visiting Angels Richmond VA Can Help Families in Midlothian and Nearby Areas

Visiting Angels Richmond VA, understands that proper interim home care needs to be administered by compassionate caregivers. This is why they can come several times a week, or several times a day, to give family caregivers the much-needed breaks they need to continue providing attentive care to their loved ones.

Not only can our dedicated caregivers provide the needed companionship your elderly loved one requires, they can also help with a variety of other interim home care needs, including:

• Light housekeeping and other chores
• Meal preparation
• Personal hygiene assistance
• Medication reminders
• Mobility assistance
• Toileting and incontinence care
• Running errands
• Transportation
• And more

Our compassionate caregivers are here to make it easier on you. The respite care we provide makes it easy for your loved one to look forward to our visit and allows you to step aside for a few hours or days without feeling guilty.

Getting Started with Interim Home Care Services from Visiting Angels Richmond VA

Respite care from Visiting Angels Richmond VA makes it easy for you to regroup and recharge so you can continue being there for your family member. Get in touch with our Midlothian, VA office where we will put your loved one with the right caregiver for their needs.

Find out more how our senior care services can help you and your loved one today by contacting one of our care coordinators today.

FAQs

What is senior respite care?
Respite care is a service to give caregivers a break on a scheduled basis. This type of support is usually coordinated with a local Assisted Living Facility that has rooms or apartments designated for such support.

Do you offer short term respite care?
We do not offer short term respite care as our most beneficial support comes from developing on-going relationships with our clients.

Does Medicaid cover respite care in Richmond, VA?
No, Medicaid does not typically cover respite care.

Why is respite care a good choice for families in Richmond, VA?
Respite care can help caregivers attend to their own responsibilities while ensuring that our clients are safe.