Respite Care FAQ With Visiting Angels of Bangor, ME
Visiting Angels of Bangor, ME Provides Quality Respite Care for Seniors and Their Families
Acting as a caregiver often becomes a reality for those with aging loved ones. It can certainly be done in the early stages, but caregiver burnout can be a concern as time goes on. Visiting Angels of Bangor can help prevent this with our respite care.
Respite care reverses the roles of traditional home care. Family caregivers act as the main caregivers, while professional caregivers offer support. This is helpful in the prevention of caregiver burnout.
Many family members still hesitate to go this route. Fortunately, Visiting Angels can answer your concerns and questions!
Care Concerns
Will my family be able to afford your care? Visiting Angels
Can scheduling be done in a way that works for my loved one? We work on your loved one’s schedule.
Will your caregivers meet my loved one’s specific needs? All care recipients have needs and preferences that are specific to them. We create a customized and personalized care plan for each of our clients.
What if specialized care is needed? Visiting Angels can meet your loved one’s needs, whether that is bathing, housework, or memory care if your loved one has Alzheimer’s or dementia.
How can I be sure of my loved one’s safety? We run a thorough test for each of our caregivers. During the hiring process, we run background checks and call each of their references. We also allow you to meet any potential caregivers.
Will the level of care be the same? This is one of the biggest concerns but often dissipates once caregivers are seen at work. At Visiting Angels, our caregivers take great pride in assisting clients, treating them with respect and compassion.
Do I really need respite care? Family caregivers often resist respite care, usually due to their feelings of guilt. They may feel as if they failed their loved one, but they risk providing substandard care without care. Constant stress and exhaustion also
Visiting Angels respite care makes caregiving easier and allows you time for yourself, which will ultimately benefit your loved one. Contact us today for more information on our respite care or to schedule a free consultation.