Respite Care: Relief for caregivers. Support for Veterans

Army Veteran and his daughter who is his caregiver. They are embracing in a hug.
woman caregiver taking a break with a cup of coffee, looking at the window

¿Qué es ¿Cuidado de respiro?

Every caregiver deserves a break. Caring for a Veteran can be rewarding, but it can also be demanding. 

When authorized through the VA, eligible Veterans can receive respite care services at no cost to the family, providing temporary in-home support so primary caregivers can rest, recharge, or attend to personal responsibilities while their loved one continues to receive care at home. 

Cuando los cuidadores se toman un descanso,
todos se benefician

Los cuidadores que utilizan horas de respiro tienen menor estrés, mejor salud y un mejor sentido de bienestar. 

Helps prevent caregiver burnout and anxiety

Keeps Veterans safe at home, avoiding readmissions

Reduce la fatiga del cuidador
por 24%

Preguntas frecuentes

What is respite care?

Respite Care provides temporary in-home support for Veterans, allowing family caregivers time to attend appointments, manage personal responsibilities, or take a break while their loved one continues to receive care at home. 

Elegibilidad es determinado by the VA based on a Veteran’s care needs and clinical criteria. A VA provider, social worker, or care team can help determinar whether Respite Care is apropiado and available. 

Yes, eligible Veterans may be able to receive care from a family member, friend, fellow Veteran, or other trusted individual through 24 Hour Home Care’s Veteran-selected caregiver model. 

The number of authorized hours varies based on the Veteran’s needs and the VA’s determination. Your VA care team can provide guidance on available services and authorized hours. 

Speak with your VA provider, social worker, or care team about your need for Respite Care. If approved, 24 Hour Home Care can help coordinate services and guide you through the onboarding process. 

Recursos

Recursos y herramientas para ayudar a los veteranos y sus familias a acceder a la atención y el apoyo que merecen.

Necesito ayuda para entender sus opciones de cuidado ¿después de la inscripción?

No enviamos referidos ni determinamos la elegibilidad, pero podemos ayudarte a comprender el proceso para que des el próximo paso con confianza.

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