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:
Caregiver burnout: Primary caregivers can experience physical and emotional exhaustion without regular breaks, leading to stress and health issues.
Decline in care quality: Overworked caregivers may struggle to maintain the same level of attention, resulting in lapses in care or even unintentional neglect.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Errands and Events
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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.
Proudly Serving Chicago for 15+ Years
Highly Acclaimed Award-Winning Care
Home Care Pulse Trusted Provider
Highly Vetted Expert Caregivers
Low Hospitalization Readmission Rate
Transition Safely to Home
Thousands of Satisfied Families Cared For
Dementia & Chronic Disease Experts
Flexible Scheduling for Day or Night Care
Licensed and Insured For Your Protection
Services Provided In-Home or In a Facility
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.
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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