What is Respite Care?

Respite Care by definition is the temporary institutional care of a sick, elderly, or disabled person, providing relief for their usual caregiver. In other words, Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home will provide temporary personal care and lodging for your loved one while you take a much needed physical and mental vacation from the everyday demands of caregiving. Respite Care can last for days or even just a few hours and can be utilized on a weekly basis if necessary. Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home is willing to create a plan that suits both the needs of yourself as well as your loved one.

“How will Respite Care benefit my loved one?” You might ask. Well, Respite Care not only benefits an exhausted caregiver, but also benefits your loved one in many ways. Our Respite Care Residents are able to participate in all the same enrichment activities that our permanent residents enjoy each week. Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home offers a variety of activities designed to benefit the physical and mental health of our residents such as Exercise Programs, Arts and Crafts, Entertainment, Games, Celebrations and Outdoor Activities. When your loved one visits Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home for a Respite Care Experience, they are able to get up and moving, socialize and enjoy a healthy change of scenery!

Caregivers everywhere utilize Respite Care for a multitude of reasons. Whether you need time to run errands, attend appointments, visit with friends or even take a much-needed vacation Gluco Lodge Personal Care Home will pass no judgement and welcome your loved one with open arms.