The holidays are usually a time to get together with
extended family. Baking cookies, hosting an extravagant holiday dinner, and
exchanging presents with one another are some of the most common holiday
traditions. However, the holidays can also be the best time to get away! What’s
a better Christmas gift than going on vacation to experience a little peace and
quiet? This is also a great opportunity to recharge, especially if you are the
primary caregiver to your elderly parents. If you are planning a self-care trip
for the holidays and are worried about who will watch over Mom or Dad, consider
our respite care services in Gloucester County. Here we will discuss the top
advantages of respite care at our independent
lifestyle community in Pitman, NJ.
Compassionate respite care in Pitman, NJ
No matter how long your parents stay, all of our residents in respite
care have direct access to hotel-like amenities, medical
professionals, monthly activities, and group outings – just to name a few of
the many services available. Your senior loved one can enjoy the comforts of
home and professional, compassionate care during the holidays with amenities
like:
- Personal
assistance with ADLs (activities of daily living) including getting
dressed for the day, medication management, and running errands.
- Fully
furnished apartments with everything residents need to kick back and
relax.
- Licensed
nurses, therapists, and caregivers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week to fully monitor health status if needed
- Nutritious
home-cooked meals that can easily be modified to accommodate low-carb,
low-sugar, and low-fat preferences.
- Holiday
related activities and special events to get into the spirit!
- Visitation
is always encouraged from extended family members during the holiday
season.
Why respite is even more necessary for full-time
caregivers
Most senior caregivers have heard of or experienced the
dreaded “caregiver burnout.” For those who may be unfamiliar, caregiver burnout
refers to the complete physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that can
happen to a caregiver if they overexert their energy. It’s important to realize
that while this is the most wonderful time of the year for most, the holidays
tend to be a major catalyst for burnout. This is because full-time caregivers
of seniors usually have their own children to prepare and provide for over the
holiday season. It can be extremely stressful to balance the full-time care of
an older adult with holiday-related tasks like buying gifts, hosting a dinner,
or having extended family who lives out-of-town sleepovers until New Year’s
Eve.
A vacation is not only encouraged for senior caregivers but
can be especially necessary during the holidays. As the saying goes, you “can’t
pour from an empty cup,” so taking the time for proper self-care, rest, and
relaxation is the best way for full-time caregivers to do their job to the best
of their ability. You will return in the New Year, refreshed and ready to provide
your mom or dad with the most compassionate care.
Respite Care is Like an Assisted Living Tryout!
For many families, putting a loved one in respite care has
the added benefit of allowing them to see if they like staying in a senior
community with others of similar age and care needs. Indeed, we have found that
a significant number of respite care residents ultimately choose to stay
full-time in our community. Especially after they’ve had the chance to make new
friends, discover new pastimes and relax knowing their care is monitored at all
times. Before making any long-term commitments, we encourage you and your loved
one to come to tour our senior community at Pitman. Our team of associates is
standing by and ready to answer any questions you may have about assisted
living in beautiful Pitman, New Jersey in the heart of Gloucester County.
For more information about respite care for seniors in
Pitman NJ, please call us today or visit our website at: https://umcommunities.org/pitman/
This blog was originally published at https://umcommunities.org/pitman/blog/if-youre-planning-a-holiday-getaway-respite-care-at-pitman-can-help/
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