Types of Respite Care​

IN-HOME RESPITE AGENCIES​

• A professional caregiver who works for an agency or individually comes to the home​

• Allows family members to be comfortable at home​

ADULT DAY CENTERS – social activities, transportation, personal care, therapeutic activities ​

• Social – meals, reception, and some healthcare services​

• Medical/health - more extensive healthcare and therapeutic services, some social events​

• Specialized for services for certain medical conditions (i.e., dementia, disabilities)​

RESIDENTIAL OR FACILITY-BASED RESPITE CARE​

• Assisted living or nursing homes offer short-term, overnight stays lasting several days or longer