Being a caregiver is more than just a full-time job–it’s an around the clock commitment. We know that you want to ensure your loved one gets the best possible care, but you have to be careful not to burn yourself out by trying to do everything alone. Having an elderly loved one in need of constant care can mean there’s little time in your life to take care of your other family members–or of yourself.
That’s why we developed dedicated services for giving family caregivers a break. In-home respite care was designed to allow you anywhere from a few hours to a few days a week to go to the bank, make dinner for your family, or take a nap–whatever you need to do to relax a little and fill your tank back up.
All of our caregivers are highly-trained in-home aides and they are supervised by a registered nurse or qualified supervisor, so you never have to worry about leaving your loved one in good hands.
How Much Does In-Home Respite Care Cost?
If you do not qualify for care services from Medicaid, you may be able to apply for a respite grant like CareLink’s Family Caregiver Support Grant through Alzheimer’s Arkansas. The only requirements for applying are that the person being cared for is 60 or older, lives within CareLink’s service area and has a chronic illness.
What You Need To Know
- In-home respite care in Arkansas may be covered by Medicaid
- You may qualify for respite care grants
- CareLink can help you apply for any and all respite care benefits you qualify for
- You can receive respite care even if your loved one is in a nursing home or assisted living facility
How to Find In-Home Respite Care in Central Arkansas
If you or your loved one are looking for respite care in Arkansas, reach out to CareLink’s Information and Assistance team. When you have been connected, one of our Information and Assistance Specialists will go over your circumstances and needs before assigning you to a Care Coordinator or connecting you with resources that can help you.
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