What is respite care?

Written By Amy Tsai

Short-term relief for primary family caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends.

  • Average family caregiver provides 24 hours of direct care per week for 4.5 years​

  • 85% do not utilize formal respite services due to:​

  • Long waitlist​

  • Inability to pay out of pocket​

  • General lack of awareness of services and potential benefits​

Amy Tsai
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Types of Respite Care​