How Do You Locate A Respite Care Provider?
If you are caring for an aging loved one or a family member requiring living assistance, finding them the right care and the proper facility to help them and keep them comfortable is important. Respite care can be expensive so finding the care that is the best for your loved one can be difficult. Here are some suggestions to help you locate a respite care provider. Talk with their physician. Physicians and physical therapists that work with patients whose medical conditions require respite care are knowledgeable about the respite facilities in their local area and the services that these facilities offer. Find out what respite care they recommend for your particular needs and also if there are any facilities or providers with whom they have had negative experiences so that you know who to stay away from. Contact your health insurance provider. Health insurance companies have different provisions for medications, therapy and respite care in their plans, and coverage varies depending on
