“Respite Care: How to Ease the Stress of Caregiving,” by Kelly Burch, Parade

“Your respite care might look like this:

• In-home caregivers can offer temporary services—from cooking, cleaning and companionship to medical assistance. Costs vary depending on where you live and the type of care. Medicare and long-term care insurance may cover the costs of more professional services.
• Adult daycare centers provide social activities with trained staff, and often include meals and transportation. Many offer services on sliding payment scales, based on income. Medicaid and long-term care insurance may cover costs. Ask about extra fees for field trips or other activities.
• Residential care facilities offer overnight or longer-term care, giving primary caregivers an extended break for travel or other circumstances. Costs typically aren’t covered by Medicare, but long-term care insurance could help out.”

LTC Comment (from Stephen A. Moses, President, Center for Long-Term Care Reform):
Respite care is vital. LTCI is essential.

Respite Care: How to Ease the Stress of Caregiving

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