Respite Care Part III

This is my third and final post in my first Respite Care Series.  If you are needing a break and considering respite care, do not feel ashamed.  You are a daughter, son, nephew or niece.  Caregiving is a tough job both physically and emotionally.  As home care professionals we see the hard work it takes caring for an elderly loved one.  As a result, we have built in plans to allow for needed breaks and changes.  As a family member you must realize that the work you do is inspiring and also hard.  A break should be looked at just like a well deserved vacation from you job.  Do not feel ashamed, it's normal and it's very needed.