Respite for Family Caregivers
Family caregivers act as the glue that holds many of us together. However, caregivers can often experience burnout and require time to rest and re-energize. For all those times, Visiting Angels SE-OKC caregivers are happy to step in to give respite to those who give their all daily. Read on to learn about respite care and how Visiting Angels SE-OKC can help you take a much-needed break.
Signs of Caregiver Burnout
As much as many caregivers may try to hide that they’re burnt out, the markers are there if you look for them. Below are indications the caregiver in your life may need some rest and relaxation:
- Exhaustion
- Intense emotions
- Anxiety
- Lack of concentration
- Hopelessness
- Negativity
- Social withdrawal
- Missing own medical appointments or not attending to personal needs
- Irritability
- Role confusion
- Lack of interest
- Increased alcohol consumption
- Emptiness
- Sleeplessness
- Lack of energy
- Depression
- Seclusion
Caregivers shouldn’t feel selfish by any means in asking for respite from caring for a loved one. In fact, respite care can help seniors and their caregivers have a better relationship and reconnect in a new way that prioritizes self-care and a sense of purpose. In addition, talking about what the other did while on respite can help seniors and their caregivers forge a new relationship.
Benefits of Respite for Family Caregivers and Seniors
Respite care provides a welcome reprieve for many family caregivers, regardless of their level of dedication to their loved ones. Below are several benefits of respite care for caregivers and seniors:
- Caregivers can spend time on themselves without feelings of guilt
- Seniors get a change of pace
- Caregivers can take a vacation
- Seniors benefit from getting the support they need while meeting someone new
- Caregivers can seek mental health support
- A new caregiver can combat a senior’s feelings of isolation
- Caregivers can reconnect with additional friends and family
- Seniors can participate in activities they may not have been able to with their loved one
- Caregivers benefit from stepping out of their role and tending to their own needs
Now that you know a bit more about how respite care works, reach out to Visiting Angels SE-OKC to schedule a respite for you or a caregiving loved one. Whether for a few hours or a couple of days, respite care can make all the difference for caregivers and seniors alike.
Respite Care With Visiting Angels SE-OKC
Visiting Angels SE-OKC helps many local seniors and their caregivers by offering respite care services. These services include meal planning, light housekeeping, transportation assistance, medication reminders, and more. When you allow Visiting Angels SE-OKC caregivers to take on your role temporarily, you can rest assured that our staff will treat your loved ones like our own family. You can use the following resources to learn more about our respite care services:
- How Does 24-Hour Care Help Seniors at Home?
- What Are Qualities of a Visiting Angels Caregiver?
- Recognize Common Signs of Caregiver Burnout
- Why Every Family Needs a Respite Care Plan
- Explaining the Costs and Benefits of Respite Care
- How Can Respite Care Assist Seniors and Families?
Ready to discuss respite care with a care coordinator? Contact us for a free consultation. We’ll work with you to craft a personalized care plan that helps you feel secure in taking time for yourself.