A temporary, trusted caregiver so family caregivers can take a real break — knowing their loved one is in capable, caring hands while they rest, recharge, or attend to their own needs.
Family caregivers are the backbone of in-home care — but they're also at high risk of burnout, health decline, and exhaustion. Respite care gives them a scheduled, reliable break while a trained caregiver steps in to maintain routines and ensure their loved one is safe and comfortable.
Flexible scheduling from a few hours to a full day — structured around when the family caregiver needs relief.
Our caregiver covers bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility assistance, and all ADL support during the respite period.
Ensuring the client is engaged, comfortable, and not left alone — activities, conversation, and attentive presence throughout the visit.
Following the client's established routines so there's no disruption — the day feels consistent and familiar even with a different caregiver present.
When unexpected situations arise — a family illness, an urgent errand, or a crisis — we do our best to accommodate urgent respite requests.
A brief handoff summary when the family caregiver returns so they're fully informed about how the visit went.
Sleep, exercise, medical appointments, or simply time to decompress. Family caregivers who rest regularly provide consistently better care over the long term.
Caregiving can strain the relationship between a family member and the person they care for. Respite creates space for them to reconnect outside the caregiver dynamic.
Respite extends the sustainability of home-based care — delaying or preventing the need for facility placement by keeping family caregivers healthy and capable.
A husband caring for his wife with advanced Parkinson's hasn't had more than a few hours off in months. Regular respite visits give him time to rest, see his own doctor, and maintain his own health.
A daughter caring for her aging father works full-time and is exhausted. Scheduled respite visits let her work without worry and recover her energy to be fully present on weekends.
A family needs coverage for a wedding, vacation, or out-of-town emergency. We step in with professional care so the family can be present elsewhere without guilt or anxiety.
Eligible Medi-Cal Managed Care members may qualify for Caregiver Respite through CalAIM at no out-of-pocket cost. Learn about CalAIM eligibility.