What is Respite Care for Seniors?
The number of family caregivers is steadily increasing. This has also led to an increase in the number of people, mainly caregivers, that are experiencing depression, isolation, exhaustion and other physical ailments related to this need for continuous care. Caregivers dedicate their time to providing care, support and assistance to their loved ones, leaving little to no time for their own needs. Additionally, as a senior loved one’s health becomes worse, the family caregiver will have less and less time to refresh themselves. In many cases, the role of a caregiver can involve 24 hour a day, seven days a week care.
There are many cases where the family caregiver is also far away from other friends or family that may provide assistance. In these situations, or any time a caregiver needs relief and help, respite care is available from Comfort Keepers in Santa Clarita.
Understanding What is Respite Care?
As a caregiver, you may have heard the term, but still not exactly sure what is respite care, and how it can benefit you. Respite care is a type of service that helps to support and maintain the caregiving relationship by offering temporary care for a senior loved one.
Benefits of Respite Care
Providing care for an aging loved one is a big job and there are many cases where you may need a break or a few hours to yourself. This time to yourself is beneficial for both you and your loved one. Some of the specific benefits of respite care are highlighted here.
Relaxation and Renewal
Simply taking a walk, a hot shower or having time to yourself can help a caregiver relax and unwind from their often hectic caregiving duties. This can give the caregiver time to themselves, while the elderly individual is still receiving quality care.
Energy
In order for a caregiver to be effective, they must have time to re-energize, which is another benefit offered by respite care.
Space
Removing yourself from the caregiving situation can help you rejuvenate and be able to re-focus on your elderly loved one when you return. You can take this time to spend with your family or simply to do something you enjoy.
When you choose Comfort Keepers in Santa Clarita as your respite care partner, you can select how often you need the services and feel confident that the individual caring for your loved one has received the proper training to supply sufficient care.
Providing care for a loved one is challenging and rewarding. It is important for caregivers to take into consideration their own health in well-being in order to be able to continue offering superior care for their loved one.
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Comfort Keepers
23900 Lyons Avenue
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
661-287-4200
