The Oxford Dictionary defines RESPITE as a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. For many, having respite care can be a godsend. It gives one a break from the daily grind and should help the caregiver to relax and reset, even if its just a couple hours at a shot.… Continue reading Is It Just Me? …. Take 2
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Respite Care .. Part2
As I mentioned at the end of last month's post My Experience Hiring Respite Care, I have received a new award for respite for the remainder of 2019 through the Alzheimer's Association. I asked if I had to work with an agency, or could we hire someone independently? Yes, we can, however the award will… Continue reading Respite Care .. Part2
My Experience Hiring Respite Care
In November of 2017, Mom had a week-long stay at the local hospital due to scary low blood pressure. As a result of that visit, someone on the healthcare staff referred us to the local Department of Aging. Turns out, one of the programs we qualified for was respite care. A friendly case manager stopped… Continue reading My Experience Hiring Respite Care
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