What is Respite Care?

Respite means to rest or to relieve yourself from work. Families that care for an older adult loved one (caregivers) often do not get a break from caregiving, so we train adults that can stay with the older adult, so the family can leave for short periods of time to take care of themselves.

Who are the Volunteers?

They are caring men and women of all ages who want to help a caregiving family, and who enjoy older people. Our volunteers are trained, monitored, and supported by professional staff. They are people who spend a few hours a week, or month providing non-medical support to older adults and the companion. Training is conducted in 4-2-hour sessions. A respite volunteer newsletter and ongoing continuing education sessions are available on a regular bases.