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Respite care is the perfect solution! At Amara Home Care LLC, we offer respite care services designed to help lighten some of the burden.
Contact us today if having a team of expertly trained caregivers sounds like what you need to get back on top of life, allowing you to be the best caregiver and family member possible. From Hixson to Ooltewah, Fort Oglethorpe to Cleveland, we cover the Greater Chattanooga area.
Respite care, also known as temporary care, is a vital service in the senior health industry because it provides caregivers a break from the strenuous demands of ongoing caregiving. Respite care covers a broad range of services, including:
There are numerous providers in the senior healthcare industry, but only a few are equipped to provide respite care. These providers are adult day care centers, assisted living communities, and home care agencies.
Adult Day Care Centers – act as a conduit between home care and senior living. Essentially, they operate during regular business hours, allowing seniors to come and go as they please. An added benefit is a change of environment for seniors who find themselves isolated at home.
Assisted Living Communities – a type of housing that accepts temporary relocation for seniors who need to move out of their homes for a month or two at a time. Assisted living is an excellent option for regular caregivers who be out of town or unavailable for an extended period. It’s important to note, not all assisted living communities offer respite care.
Home Care Agencies – come to the senior’s home to provide care, affording more comfortability and familiarity for the patient. Often, taking a patient out of their home can result in unexpected emotional effects do the change of environment, which is why many families choose home care.
Caregiver burnout is a phenomenon that occurs when someone providing care for a family member or friend becomes tired, frustrated, and overwhelmed. Ultimately, those experiencing burnout might not get the rest and personal time required to function at the highest level possible, resulting in fatigue and mental deterioration. Caregivers may also subsequently feel isolated from friends and family because all of their free time is dedicated to caregiving. It is vital to take breaks in your caregiving responsibilities, which is the role of respite care.
The most common situations when respite care is needed include the following:
According to caregiver.org, research shows that 17-35% of family caregivers view their health as fair to poor. Burnout can lead to depression, damaged relationships, and even impaired cognitive function. It also can cause an individual to have increased feelings of stress or anxiety in their day-to-day lives. If you, or someone you know, is a family caregiver, the key is to recognize symptoms of caregiver burnout early to mitigate more severe implications.
Caregiver burnout is not only dangerous for the individual caregiver but also affects the person for whom they are caring. Caregivers experiencing burnout may be less attentive due to exhaustion, resulting in lower-quality care for the patient. Even worse, there is a link between caregiver burnout and elder abuse. The caregiver becomes more irritable, less compassionate, and prone to more frequent outbursts towards the patient. As reported by agingcare.com, 20% of caregivers fear they will eventually become violent towards the patient.
At Amara Home Care, LLC, we take pride in providing compassionate senior care throughout greater Chattanooga, Tennessee. We understand that communication and working together as a cohesive unit with family members is the key to creating the best possible situation for the senior. As a locally owned and operated business, we instill family values throughout our culture and policies. Please get in touch with us today for a free home care assessment. We also offer 24-hour care if your elderly loved requires ongoing support.
We provide personal and companion care services in Hamilton, Marion, and Sequatchie counties in Tennessee. It is our mission to serve our beloved seniors throughout greater Chattanooga.
