Providing for aging parents is an act of love, but there are challenges. You may not have training for the duties you face. Additionally, you must deal with other responsibilities from family commitments, perhaps a job, to your own needs. Anyone can wear down if they do not recharge. Caring for self is not selfish, attending to obligations is not neglectful.
Seniors also benefit from seeing a new face. Someone with fresh energy, a different way to do things, and who can enrich their life. Temporary home care prevents social isolation for both of you and taking a break will improve your personal relationship as well as their level of care. Read our in-depth article about
respite care.
Scheduling is flexible and is arranged when you need assistance.
