Respite Care

Serving Connecticut for 25 years and counting!

Reduce Caregiver Burnout

with Connecticut In-Home Assistance

Providing care to a loved one is a noble cause. However, doing it alone is a team effort and requires the help of multiple people to do effectively.



Respite care services from Connecticut In-Home Assistance have you covered and ensure that your loved one gets the quality care and attention that they need while you need to step away for a little bit.




Remember, this is a team effort and we’re on your side.

What is Respite Care?

The goal of respite care is to prevent the negative effects of caregiver burnout while still ensuring that the care recipient is still receiving the high quality care that they need.


Respite care is intended to provide the exact same level of care for a loved one while simultaneously relieving the primary caregiver of their duties for a short period of time.


Respite care is entirely customizable and can range anywhere from a few hours to several days or even a couple of weeks. Even families that do not fully replace their primary caregiver still utilize respite care at recurring time intervals on a regular basis.


A properly designed care plan should always include a routine for respite care.

Respite Care services are shown to reduce caregiver burnout, and are available through Connecticut In-Home Assistance
Respite Care at Connecticut In-Home Assistance is provided through our experienced team of caregivers.

How Long Does It Last?


There is no set requirement of time for how long a respite care session lasts, or how often a respite session needs to occur.


Respite care is 100% customizable and depends entirely on the needs of both, the loved one and the primary caregiver.


Families have utilized respite care anywhere from a couple hours a week to large time spans of several weeks.


Some families only need short-term relief whereas others need longer time stretches of respite care while they handle other life matters. Some families schedule their respite care sessions many weeks ahead of time, and others have scheduled them one day before due to an unforeseen emergency or change of plans. Respite care can be utilized at recurring intervals, and can happen with many changes and adjustments to schedules over many years.


Respite care is intended to accommodate what you need and fit into your schedule. Talk to us about your situation and how you need us to fit into it.

Why Is It Important?

Caring for a loved one is a noble cause, but it is not meant to be done alone. It is a team effort, and having break periods for the primary caregiver is a requirement.

Respite Care includes mobility assistance

Some benefits of respite care for the loved ones receiving care are:

Research indicates that

utilizing just

6 hours

of respite support 2 to 3 times a month can delay institutionalization of loved ones

by up to 6 months.


(Source)

Respite care has been shown to benefit care recipients by

reducing

behavioral problems and improving sleep quality.


(Source)

Studies have found that respite care can lead to

fewer

hospital admissions for acute medical care among the elderly with chronic disabilities.


(Source)

Respite care also has big benefits for the primary caregivers:

Nearly

76%

of caregivers in the critical-needs group reported that respite services helped them significantly with personal time & household management.


(Source)

Caregivers using respite care services for

3 months

reported lower feelings of overload, worry, strain, anger, and depression.


(Source)

Caregivers experiencing

high strain have a

63%

higher mortality risk than non-caregiving controls, emphasizing importance of respite care in caregiver health and longevity.


(Source)

Caregivers who received more days of respite were less likely to experience declines in functional health compared to those using fewer days of adult day care.


(Source)

Approximately 60% of caregivers with critical needs indicated that respite services allowed them to be more involved in social activities and enjoy time with friends or relatives.


(Source)

How We Can Help

Our Respite Care Services include:

  • Bathing, Grooming, & Dressing
  • Meal Preparations & Feeding
  • Transportation to & from Appointments
  • Toileting & Incontinence Care
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Mobility & Transfers from Bed to Chair
  • Assistance with Physical Therapy & Exercise
  • Medication Reminders
  • Light Housekeeping

Customizable Schedule

Our care services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Customize your care schedule however many days per week you need, whether it’s all-day, overnight, 24 hours, etc.

Over 60 Years of Combined Experience

Our team has extensive experience caring for seniors and the disabled, including post-injury / post-surgery recovery, and chronic health conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s, sensory challenges, and more.

What to Expect

Respite Care services are intended to provide assistance to both, the care recipient as well as the primary caregiver

Prior to your first respite care session with Connecticut In-Home Assistance, a care plan will be developed between the primary caregiver and our respite caregiver to determine what kind of care is needed for the loved one, what the routines and expectations are, and communication preferences.


Having an emergency plan in place is a key part of developing a thorough care plan during the initial assessments. This emergency plan will include the appropriate list of contacts to notify, specific care instructions, when to call 911, and other important medical requirements that are needed.



Please note: Regardless of the agency you go with, medical services are not included and can only be done legally by medically authorized personnel; however, we are more than happy to help alongside any medically authorized personnel your loved one currently has.

The first few respite care sessions are normally used as an adjustment phase for the respite caregiver to learn the routines and care duties that are expected, develop a care transition process, and establish rapport with the care recipient and primary caregiver.


It is normal for the primary caregiver to keep a closer eye on the respite caregiver during this phase to ensure that the care is being done properly.

As time goes on with further respite care sessions, once the primary caregiver has seen enough and is comfortable with the performance of the respite caregiver, it is normal for the primary caregiver to allow more autonomy to the respite caregiver and trust them without having to keep as close of an eye on them.


Regular check-ins & communication updates still happen, but the primary caregiver is now able to shift their full focus and attention towards other matters while their loved one is still receiving full care and support from the respite caregiver.

When the respite period is over, the primary caregiver can pick up right where they originally left off with a fully relaxed mind and recharged energy levels, and continue caring for their loved one as usual until the next respite care session.


**Remember - The key to successful respite care is to ensure that the primary caregiver is being replaced by someone you can trust who is qualified and knows what they’re doing.


Getting Started

Finding help for your loved one is only one click away. In addition to over 25 years of experience with home care, we also offer assistance at all hours of the day, any day of the week, and with fully customizable schedules.


To learn more about how we can help you and your family, you can contact us directly by phone or by completing our message form below.

Respite Care services include meal preparation and feeding

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who qualifies for Respite Care services?

    Anyone or any family that is caring for a loved one can benefit from using respite care services. Contact us for more information on how we can help.

  • How much does respite care cost?

    Pricing varies depending on what’s needed. Our Rates page provides the baseline rates. Contact us for a more accurate estimate based on your situation and the needs of the care you are looking for.

  • Does Medicare/Medicaid cover respite care?

    It's possible for Medicare and Medicaid to cover respite care, but coverage depends on the specific program and eligibility requirements.


    To find out if you qualify, check with your state’s Medicaid office or visit Medicaid.gov.


    The CT State Respite Care Program is another very common program that can be used to cover Respite Care. Click here to visit their website.

  • Are there any financial assistance programs/grants for respite care?

    Other common programs for respite care include:


    More information can be obtained by visiting the websites for the organizations listed above.


    These are only a few of the options that are available for assistance with respite care. In addition, be sure to check the local nonprofits and community resources in your area.

  • How do I know my loved one is receiving quality care?

    Ensure that you go with a reliable home care agency that is licensed, bonded, and insured. An agency like Connecticut In-Home Assistance do check-ins, communicate regularly, and our caregivers are experienced and well versed in dealing with chronic medical conditions including Alzheimer’s, Parkinsons, MS, dementia, mobility issues, post-surgery care, and more.

  • How do I find and choose a trustworthy respite care provider?

    Taking the time to do proper research for any care agency you’re considering is an important step that should not be skipped. Make sure that any care agency you’re considering is properly licensed, bonded, and insured, and that they have experience providing the kind of care you’re looking for.


    Connecticut In-Home Assistance has prepared an e-book that provides a lot more detail about the factors to consider when you’re looking for care. Visit our e-book section on our website to learn more

  • How far in advance do I need to schedule respite care?

    You can schedule respite care in advance as far as you’re able to. In the case of unexpected emergencies, many families are pleased to know that we can start the very next day oftentimes – however, the sooner you let us know the better. Contact us to learn more.

  • Are there any limits on how long/how often I can use respite care?

    Because respite care can be customized anytime, there are no limits as to how it can be utilized. Respite care can be scheduled as often or as long as needed, and can be changed or adjusted anytime. Contact us to get started.

  • What’s the difference between home care and respite care?

    Home Care simply refers to the setting of where care is taking place – in this care, the recipient’s home.


    It is extremely common for home care and respite care to be done at the same time. Simply put – respite care can be a form of home care.


    Respite care provides the exact same level of support and care in a loved one’s home that they already receive – including ongoing, long-term assistance, daily or weekly support, and allows their regular lifestyle and day-to-day routines to continue with a different caregiver who is experienced in what needs to be done.


    Respite care is designed to be fully flexible and customized. Respite care is especially beneficial for both, unplanned emergencies as well as prescheduled time periods in advance.

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