Respite Care

Short-term care providing caregiver relief

What is Respite Care?

Respite care provides temporary, short-term stays for seniors while giving family caregivers a much-needed break. Whether you need a few days, weeks, or months of care, our communities offer a safe, comfortable environment where your loved one receives professional care and engaging activities.

Respite care helps prevent caregiver burnout while ensuring seniors continue to receive the quality care they need in a supportive community setting.

Benefits of Respite Care

For Caregivers

  • Time to rest and recharge from caregiving duties
  • Opportunity to attend to personal needs or travel
  • Relief from the physical and emotional demands of caregiving
  • Peace of mind knowing loved one is safe and cared for
  • Prevention of caregiver stress and burnout

For Seniors

  • Professional care in a comfortable setting
  • Opportunity to socialize and make new connections
  • Access to activities and programs
  • Continuity of care with experienced staff
  • Trial experience before long-term placement

When to Consider Respite Care

Respite care can be beneficial in many situations:

  • Family caregivers need time to recover from illness or surgery
  • Planned vacations or travel that doesn't include the senior
  • Special family events or celebrations requiring focused attention
  • Temporary situations like home repairs or renovations
  • Exploring senior living options before making a permanent decision
  • Post-hospitalization care while recovering at home is being arranged
  • Regular breaks to maintain caregiver health and wellbeing

What to Expect with Respite Care

Our communities provide a seamless transition for respite care stays, treating each guest with the same attention and care as our long-term residents.

Flexible Stay Lengths

From a few days to several weeks or months, we accommodate varying respite care needs and schedules.

Full Care Services

Access to the same care, dining, activities, and amenities provided to long-term residents.

Personalized Assessment

Care plans tailored to individual needs, preferences, and any specific health requirements.

Family Communication

Regular updates and open communication to keep families informed and connected during the stay.

Planning a Respite Care Stay

We recommend planning respite care stays in advance when possible to ensure availability. However, we also understand that unexpected situations arise and will do our best to accommodate short-notice requests.

Contact our communities directly to discuss respite care availability, pricing, and what to bring for a comfortable stay.

Learn More About Respite Care

Contact us to discuss respite care availability at our communities across Minnesota and Georgia.