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Respite care

About our Respite Care

About our Respite Care

Respite care is a short-term relief service designed to provide temporary care for elderly or disabled individuals, allowing their primary caregivers to take a break. It can be offered at home, in a specialized facility, or through adult day centers. The service aims to provide caregivers with a much-needed rest while ensuring the care recipient continues receiving the support they need.

What risks do seniors face without respite care?

If an older relative does not receive respite care services, several issues can arise, such as:

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Caregiver burnout: Primary caregivers can experience physical and emotional exhaustion without regular breaks, leading to stress and health issues.

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Decline in care quality: Overworked caregivers may struggle to maintain the same level of attention, resulting in lapses in care or even unintentional neglect.

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Social isolation for both parties: A lack of respite care can limit social engagement for both the caregiver and the older relative, which may negatively impact their mental and emotional well-being.

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Health deterioration: With professional care, older adults may receive the specific medical or personal care they require, potentially worsening their health condition.

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What are the benefits of respite care?

Respite care services provide significant advantages for both the older relative and the caregiver:

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For the older relative

They receive specialized care, social interaction, and continued support, often benefiting from different activities or therapies in a new setting, which can improve their mood and well-being.

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For you

Respite care allows you to recharge, attend to personal matters, or even take a vacation, reducing stress and preventing burnout. Regular breaks can help you maintain a healthier, more balanced lifestyle while ensuring your loved one is well-cared for in your absence.

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Personal Senior Care

Personal Senior Care

Focused on companionship, our basic Personal Senior Care Program helps patients with more intimate, non-medical care needs such as support bathing and dressing - making everyday life easier.

Personal Senior Care

Dementia & Alzheimer's Care

Dementia & Chronic Disease Care

We offer a holistic care plan for managing chronic conditions such as Alzheimer's, COPD, CHF and Stroke. We create a care plan that matches the unique needs of each patient.

Dementia Care

Parkinson's Care

Parkinson's Care

As a proud member of The Parkinson’s Foundation, our caregivers receive specialized Parkinson's training, education, and care guidelines.

Parkinson's Care

Chronic Disease Transitional Care

Transitional Care

Our Transitional Care Program is focused on patients who have been recently discharged from the hospital or skilled rehab facility. Our care reduces the risk of re-admission to the hospital.

Transitional Care

Thrive in every stage of life

In addition to training our caregivers how to best serve our clients with Dementia, our Embrace by Open Arms Memory Care at Home Program teaches our caregivers to provide engaging, meaningful experiences to help our clients with Dementia live their best lives.

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Why Choose Open Arms Solutions?

Here are a few of the ways our commitment to exceptional care is reflected in every aspect of our service.

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Proudly Serving Chicago for 15+ Years 

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Highly Acclaimed Award-Winning Care

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Home Care Pulse Trusted Provider

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Highly Vetted Expert Caregivers

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Low Hospitalization Readmission Rate

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Transition Safely to Home

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Thousands of Satisfied Families Cared For

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Dementia & Chronic Disease Experts

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Flexible Scheduling for Day or Night Care

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Licensed and Insured For Your Protection

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Services Provided In-Home or In a Facility

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Care That Nourishes Mind, Body, and Soul

Get started with home care in the Chicago metro area

Your peace of mind is just one call away. We make it easy with 3 simple steps.

1. Call Our Office

Speak with our team to discuss your loved one’s unique needs.

2. Schedule a Home Care Consult

We’ll assess your situation, and create a personalized care plan.

3. Get Matched to a Caregiver

We'll match you with a compatible, skilled caregiver to start your journey.

Take action today to secure a brighter tomorrow. Call now to schedule your FREE, no-obligation, in-home care assessment

After your assessment, you'll receive a personalized care plan unique to your family's needs

Let Open Arms Solutions transform the later years of life into the golden years of life

Have peace of mind knowing your loved one is safe, happy, and well-cared for at home.

Enjoy quality time with your loved one, free from the strain of caregiving responsibilities.

Watch your loved one thrive, maintaining their independence and dignity in their own home.

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