Of course, homecare helps our clients, but it also provides vital care to families. We have talked so much about caregiver burnout, and how dangerous it can be. So today we are going to talk a little bit about the benefits of respite care.
Peace of Mind
One thing family caregivers may deal with while someone else looks after their loved one is guilt. They feel like it is their job as the family member to care for their loved ones. Having a qualified caregiver that the loved one has a good relationship with can help fight this guilt. The family member knows that there is someone at home giving great care to their loved one.
Caregiver Burnout
Respite care can be a fantastic preventive tool against caregiver burnout. It gives family caregivers regular time for themselves. They can do whatever they want during this time. It can be shopping for groceries, going to an activity with friends, whatever they want.
Knowing They Aren’t Alone
Family caregivers often feel alone when caring for their loved one, especially if the person they are caring for has some form of cognitive decline. It can be an isolating experience, which is why it’s important to add to their care team. Not only are our caregivers physically there in the home, they understand the difficult journey that you are on with your loved ones.
In conclusion, these are just a few of the ways that respite care can help families. I might do another post on this topic in a few days, so stay tuned!
Written by Brigid Coffey
