When caring for a loved one leads you to neglect your own needs, it's important to take a step back. Family caregivers who do not have access to respite care often suffer from burnout, which can affect their own well-being in addition to their loved one's care. Fortunately, respite care is available across the St. Cloud area. The compassionate caregivers at our local care agency work to give family caregivers time off that allows them to find balance in their relationships and tend to their own needs. As a result, family caregivers can take a break without relinquishing their role in their loved one's care.

What is Respite Care?

Generally, respite care is considered as home care in a temporary form. Professional caregivers step in on a short-term basis, allowing overworked family caregivers to take a vacation or spend a few hours away from the house. This type of care can be delivered according to the preferences of the family caregiver and the needs of the senior. Some families request ongoing care on a weekly basis, while others just need to arrange care for a loved one while they're away on vacation.

How Respite Care Helps Seniors in St. Cloud

Care from Visiting Angels^®St. Cloud doesn't just help family caregivers enjoy more free time. It also gives older individuals the opportunity to have new interactions and receive high-quality care in the comfort of their homes. For examples of the types of services that can be offered as part of this care type, take a look at the list below:

• Help with light housekeeping activities
• Meal planning and shopping at the grocery store
• Assistance with personal care, including bathing
• Quality companionship and meaningful conversation
• Reminders about medications or events
• Transportation and accompaniment to appointments

Getting Started with Respite Care

You can count on us to answer any questions you have about the care process before you make the decision to get started with care. We know your loved one's well-being is your priority, and we're available to give you detailed information about our caregivers and our services, so you can have confidence about moving forward with professional care. Just get in touch with our office, and we'll arrange to visit with you for a no-cost consultation, which comes with no obligation to use our services.

Call Visiting Angels St. Cloud today to book your respite care consultation in St. Cloud, Becker, Cold Spring, Otsego, Monticello, St Joseph, Sartell, Sauk Rapids, St Joseph, Waite Park, or the surrounding areas.