When you need a lifeline as you care for a loved one, who can you turn to? Having a respite care provider to call on can relieve you of stress and make your caregiving schedule more manageable. At Visiting Angels^® Las Cruces, we understand that family caregivers often find themselves in overwhelming situations with little time to look after their own needs. Partnering with our local agency will give you the opportunity to remain the primary caregiver for your loved one without having to burn the candle at both ends.

What is Respite Care?

This care type is intended to help family caregivers avoid the damaging consequences of caregiver burnout. Instead of feeling like you have to manage every aspect of your loved one's care on your own, you can share your duties and finally schedule time off for yourself. Our caregivers are available as often as you need assistance, whether you want to schedule short-term visits weekly, biweekly, or for a temporary stretch of time as you take a vacation. Because a care professional from our team will be helping your loved one, you can enjoy your time alone while knowing they are in the best hands possible.

How Respite Care Helps Seniors in Las Cruces

A broad spectrum of services falls under the category of respite care. Even those designed for specialized needs, such as dementia care, can be delivered under this category of home care. Thanks to our flexible scheduling approach and customized service offerings, you can have confidence that we'll be able to create a care solution that suits your family's unique situation in the Las Cruces area.

Examples of our services are:

• Helping seniors keep their homes tidy
• Driving seniors to doctors' appointments
• Assisting with hobbies and social interaction
• Giving scheduled reminders about medication
• Going out to run errands or do the grocery shopping
• Making meals and snacks according to seniors' preferences
• Supporting seniors with their showering and dressing routines

Getting Started with Respite Care

Our local agency in Las Cruces provides families with no-charge, no-obligation consultations that answer their questions and help them make the best choices for their unique circumstances. We'll start building a relationship with you and your loved one during this meeting and will also draw up a care plan designed just for your loved one.

To get started with a respite care consultation in Las Cruces, White Sands, La Mesa, Vado, Chaparral, Anthony, Alamogordo, Cloudcroft, or a nearby community, get in touch with Visiting Angels Las Cruces today.