Respite caregiver limits differ among different agencies. Sometimes you can contract individually with trained caregivers not working for an agency who is taking on clients. But even then, there are limitations imposed by liability insurance companies that cover workers.
Most care workers enjoy their time with patients and families and are glad to lend their helping hand, however, some things they cannot include as part of a respite agreement.
For example, hospice care is usually not offered. Under the umbrella of hospice care, the option of respite is available, but respite care only gives basic kinship caring. It is never identical with aspects of hospice help, which has more medical and spiritual components.
Nursing also is not included. Administration of injections and medication, running of tests, such as diabetes related blood glucose tests are an example of nursing functions. Nursing may be involved in respite care arrangements provided at adult daycare facilities, nursing homes or other venues where specialized caregivers are trained in patient primary health concerns.
Emergency medical care is also not part of such services, although all respite care workers need to be trained in first aid and CPR. If need occurs, a worker contacts appropriate medical responders. They will then provide emergency care or transportation to an emergency room.
Child daycare service for working parents is not considered. Parents of children with special care during the workday may wish to find a purposely outfitted daycare center. Similarly, a worker is not a handyman or a housekeeper, and shouldn't be expected to do any home repair or housekeeping.
Ensuring you know in advance all the expectations and details of the respite caregiver will make the experience better for all involved.
Read my guide to respite care [medopedia.com/respite-care/guide] for more complete information.
Visit my blog Medopedia.com to read how to choose respite care providers [medopedia.com/respite-care/provider-choosing].
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