Article Respite Care

Respite Care- The Gift of Time and Caring Everyone needs and deserves a break.  Respite care is a short term temporary service,that provides the primary caregiver with short or long term breaks, that can relieve stress and promot= e energy and well being. A break and time away from the daily routine, while knowing that your loved one is in good hands and being properly cared = for. It is critical in supporting the physical and mental health of the prim= ary caregiver.  Caregiving is very demanding and exhausting, and usually more than one perso= n can  and should handle. Using respite care before you become burned out,frustrate= d and overwhelmed is ideal, and can be lifesaving.  At Home Care Assistance, our nurse will come to your setting, identify your l= oved ones needs, requirements,preferences,abilities, and daily activities. Our se= rvices can last a few hours and up to 24 hours a day. We are contract free, and can= provide you with temporary services without any obligation to use our services in th= e future.  Our services include all activities of daily living,meal preparation, feedin= g,light housekeeping,toiletting,mobility, medication reminders,companionship= ,recreation,accompaniment to doctors appointments, and shopping and running e= rrands.  Dont feel guilty. Respite care will allow you to feel relaxed,and will help y= ou maintain your sense of well being. To help your loved one long term, you need to take= care of  yourself. Call us at Home Care Assistance for a free assessment with our nur= se. Allow us to provide you and your loved one with quality care and peace o= f mind.  Maria Licoudis, Registered Nurse, C.N.C.C, N.M.C Care Manager Home Care Assistance mlicoudis@homecareassistance.com www.homecareassitancemontreal.ca Office: 514-907-5065=