Because caring for a loved one is such a challenging endeavor, taking breaks to restore your energy and look after your personal needs is a must. However, you may not know who to call when you are ready to take some time away from caregiving. Fortunately, reserving care visits from the professional respite care providers at Visiting Angels^® Avondale is always an option.

The compassionate team at our local care agency understands how difficult it can be to manage a loved one's needs while also protecting your own well-being. We have worked with family caregivers in different situations and whose loved ones have different care requirements. Every step of the way, we strive to make sure these family caregivers know they are not alone. We offer a support system and a lifeline they can always call should they ever feel they need a bit of respite. 

What is Respite Care?

Respite care is similar to other types of home care in that it helps elderly adults go about their daily routines at home in the Avondale area. However, what makes this form of care different is that it is typically temporary. The ultimate goal of these services is to give family caregivers a guilt-free, worry-free break from their responsibilities that enables them to fully disconnect from their exhausting schedule. They can spend this time running errands, managing professional responsibilities, bonding with other important people in their lives, or even going on vacation. When they return, they'll have more energy to handle their caregiving duties and can take a more balanced approach to their role as a caregiver.

How Respite Care Helps Seniors in Avondale

In addition to helping family caregivers find relief, our services allow older adults to enjoy new social experiences and the benefits of professional support at home.

Below are some of the ways our care providers assist seniors residing in the Avondale area:

• Arranging safe transportation to doctors' offices or social events
• Providing help with personal care routines in a respectful manner
• Doing basic chores and homemaking activities around the house
• Going to the grocery store and preparing nutritious meals
• Participating in the senior's favorite hobbies and social activities

Getting Started with Respite Care

Get started with respite care to discover the advantages of investing in self-care. To learn more about how we can tailor our services to suit your family's situation, just reach out to our local office for a care consultation.

Our free respite care consultations are available for families located in Avondale, El Mirage, Glendale, Goodyear, Sun City, Surprise, and communities in the vicinity. Give Visiting Angels Avondale a call to learn more today!