If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease, you know that caregiving is a hard job. All caregivers need a break at times. Respite care can help.
What is respite care?
*Respite care is temporary care. It gives caregivers rest & relief.
*Respite care can be at home or outside the home. It can be for a few hours or all day. It can be occasional or ongoing.
Respite care relieves burnout.
*Caregivers can become weary and tired—in other words, burned out.
*Being burned out can be bad for your health. Your eating & sleeping may suffer. You may become depressed. You may drink too much.
*Caregivers become so tired or stressed that they cannot provide enough care (neglect) or cause harm (abuse).
Respite care will help you—and the person you are caring for.
*When caregivers are rested, they are able to provide better care.
*Respite care can help you feel better. You will be protecting your health.
*Even a few hours or an occasional break can make a big difference.
Charlie’s Place Respite Center can provide you with that respite care.
Charlie’s Place offers your loved one physical activities and exercise, therapeutic activities utilizing pets, cooking, music, arts/crafts, gardening, social interaction with peers, games requiring mental participation & concentration, and a hot lunchtime meal & snacks that provide healthful nourishment & frequent hydration.
For more information or a tour, you can contact us at (225) 334-7494.
Ed Picard, Respite Center Coordinator
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