So the total care is left to a spouse, a parent or a child. They deserve time for uninterrupted sleep, a visit with friends, or a chance to run errands, while trained assistants care for their loved one. During the time that caregivers are relieved of their duties, they can feel assured that their loved one is receiving good substitute care from a trained assistant. I never felt comfortable leaving my daughter until I could hire someone trained to care for her properly. While not as much rest as would be ideal, this amount of time allows the caregiver to receive a break from the constant stress of caring for someone.
Respite care helps the patient as well.
The patient is able to have someone new to visit and to share new ideas or interests. Respite care promotes the care of patients in their homes. We have more caregivers waiting for funds than we can provide. This six-page article highlights the Rex, Georgia patient who has struggled with ALS for thirteen years. You can do things you never imagined.