You need rest too. We've got them.
Caring for a loved one is a labor of love, and it's exhausting. Respite care steps in for a few hours, a weekend, or longer, so you can rest, travel, or just breathe, knowing they're in good hands.
Trusted hands, so you can step away.
Whether it's a regular break or one-time coverage, our caregivers keep everything running. Respite care commonly includes:
Respite can be a one-time break or a standing weekly routine. It's one of our levels of care, and easy to scale up or down.
See all levels of care →
Taking a break isn't giving up.
The best family caregivers are the rested ones. Respite isn't a luxury, it's how you keep showing up, for the long haul.
A few signs it might be.
Respite care usually starts when the family caregiver is running low, and needs a break before burnout sets in.
Looking after yourself is part of looking after them.
- You're the primary caregiver and you're exhausted.
- You need to travel, work, or tend to your own health.
- You haven't had a real break in longer than you can recall.
- You feel guilty even thinking about stepping away.
- A short-term need came up and you need reliable coverage.
- You want a standing weekly break to recharge.
Care can begin in a few simple steps.
Complimentary in-home assessment
We visit, learn the situation, and talk through what kind of help would make the biggest difference.
Match a caregiver
We pair your loved one with a vetted caregiver suited to their needs, routine, and personality.
Care begins
Care starts on your schedule, with a registered nurse overseeing the plan and a team you can reach.
More than a caregiver. A whole team.
Every care plan comes with Medna Concierge, a coordination team that handles scheduling, appointments, coverage, and questions, so your family doesn't have to manage the moving parts.
Let's find the right care for your parent.
Start with a complimentary in-home assessment. We'll listen, look at the situation, and recommend the right care, no pressure, no obligation.