(BPT) – Caring for an aging loved one, especially a parent, can take more commitment than any full-time job. Being on call 24 hours a day is physically and emotionally draining. In many cases, ...

When is it time to consider respite care? There is a growing recognition of the challenges faced by 53 million American family caregivers, with mental health issues being a top concern. Being a ...

Respite care allows the carer to take a short amount of time off from caring for an individual. If the Medicare beneficiary spends this time in a medical facility, Medicare will likely cover the cost ...

Services that provide people with temporary relief from tasks associated with caregiving (eg, in-home assistance, short nursing home stays, adult day care). A service in which trained professionals or ...

Even after a dementia diagnosis, Ralph Ferebee loved to dance — to Motown or funk music, especially, but really to any tune with a good beat. Happily, Ferebee found boogie sessions and more at Respite ...

Respite care allows primary caregivers the opportunity to let go of the reins a bit, knowing an experienced and trustworthy professional is taking over in their stead. It’s a crucial service that ...

Respite care is one of the best resources that caregivers have for prioritizing their mental health, passions and relationships while still offering supportive care to individuals with disabilities, ...