When your demanding caregiving schedule requires you to put other priorities in your life on the back burner, it may be time to reach out for professional support from a reputable home care agency like Visiting Angels. Our respite care services offer families in Tucson the support system they need to ensure their loved ones are safe and sound so that family caregivers can step away for a much-needed break.

At Visiting Angels^® Tucson, we understand that when you have a loved one who needs support, you may feel obligated to step in and help them out. Acting as a family caregiver can give you precious time to spend with your loved one in their golden years. However, it can also be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. If you're starting to feel depleted, taking a break can enable you to rest and regain your energy. As a result, you can return to your loved one's side with a greater capacity to spend high-quality time with them.

What is Respite Care?

In contrast to other forms of home care that we provide, respite care from Visiting Angels Tucson leaves the family caregiver in the lead role while our care professionals are in place, making it possible for you to manage other responsibilities. This lifeline gives family caregivers the chance to take a guilt-free, worry-free break whenever they begin to feel overwhelmed by their demanding schedules or obligations. We coordinate with family caregivers and connect them with our dedicated caregivers who can fill in for them by delivering personalized and compassionate care for their loved ones.

Respite care can look different for each family caregiver. Depending on your lifestyle and goals, you may need respite at very specific times or on an ongoing basis. Our team is committed to meeting family caregivers where they are and providing the support they need. We offer our respite services in the following ways:

• Temporary care: There may be times when you need only a few days away from your caregiving duties. These can include vacations, unexpected situations, or illnesses. We are happy to lend a helping hand and provide care for your loved one while you are away.
• Part-time care: If you are feeling overwhelmed with your loved one's care, you may want us to provide ongoing care by scheduling regular visits from our caregivers. We can come in each week, giving you time to rest. Our respite care can help reduce your risk of caregiver burnout without compromising the quality of in-home support your loved one receives.
• Specialized care: If your loved one requires specialized care, such as Alzheimer's care and dementia care, our competent caregivers with expertise in these areas will provide support.

How Respite Care Helps

In addition to making the responsibilities of family caregivers more manageable, our services also give seniors the chance to enjoy new social interactions and experience a professional level of support. We focus on bringing compassionate care and companionship into the homes of local seniors. Assisting with everyday tasks and safety supervision allows your loved one to stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home.

Our services include:

• Respectful assistance with hygiene
• Assistance with walking and transferring
• Reminders to take medication
• Transportation for errands and appointments
• Meal planning and preparation
• Stimulating social conversation
• Light household chores

When you choose Visiting Angels Tucson, you can have confidence that your loved one's needs are being met while you are away. Our team works closely with you to create a customized care plan and care schedule for your loved one. We have a wide range of services available, allowing us to provide seamless care.

If the needs of you or your loved one change at any time, our care can easily be adapted. All it takes is a simple phone call to our team. We are happy to adjust the services your loved one is receiving or change their schedule of caregiver visits. With our flexible approach to care, you can rest assured your loved one will have the care they need.

Getting Started with Respite Care in Tucson

Visiting Angels Tucson is a locally owned and operated senior care agency. As such, we take pride in connecting with local families and caring for their loved ones. We understand the sacrifices you make as a family caregiver every day. We are here for you to be a source of comfort and support so that you can have peace of mind. Our respite care is available in Tucson and the following areas:

• Oro Valley
• Marana
• Avra Valley
• Saddlebrooke
• Catalina Foothills
• Vail
• Green Valley
• Sahuarita
• Sierra Vista
• And throughout the surrounding area

All caregivers from our Tucson office are carefully screened and selected to meet our high standards. This includes reference checks, drug screens, criminal background investigation, and the completion of our Orientation Program.

We make it simple to get started with care, so you can get the relief you need. It all starts with a call to our office in Tucson to arrange a no-cost, no-obligation assessment to discover and determine the services you need for your loved one.  

Call Visiting Angels Tucson to schedule your complimentary assessment and to learn more about our respite care in the local area.