Respite Care
Respite Care is short-term, planned care provided to an elderly or medically dependent individual, giving family caregivers temporary relief from their caregiving responsibilities. While caregiving is an act of love and commitment, it can also be physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding. Respite care allows caregivers the time to rest, attend to personal needs, manage work or family commitments, or simply restore their own well-being—knowing that their loved one is safe and well cared for.
At Age Care Foundation we understand that stepping away from caregiving, even briefly, can be difficult for families. Our respite care services are designed to provide continuity, reassurance, and professional care, ensuring that the elder or patient experiences care, comfort, dignity, and familiarity during the caregiver’s absence.
Respite care services are designed to ensure that both the patient and the caregiver feel supported. During the patient’s stay, compassionate nursing care, medical supervision, nutritious meals, and emotional support are provided in a safe, homely environment. Whether for a few days or a few weeks, respite care helps reduce stress and prevent caregiver burnout while ensuring that the loved one continues to receive high-quality, dignified care. It allows caregivers to return refreshed —with renewed energy, patience, and peace of mind —knowing their family member is in good hands.
Short-Term Inpatient Respite Care
Temporary admission for elders or patients who require supervised medical, nursing, and personal care in a supportive facility setting.
Home-Based Respite Care
Professional caregivers and nurses provide care at home, allowing the patient to remain in familiar surroundings while family caregivers take a break.
Medical and Nursing Support
Ongoing medical supervision, medication management, monitoring of chronic conditions, wound care, and symptom control during the respite period.
Personal Care and Daily Living Support
Assistance with bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility, toileting, and daily routines, delivered with sensitivity and respect.
Respite Care for Dementia and Cognitive Disorders
Specialised care for individuals living with dementia, with structured routines, safety measures, and trained staff to reduce anxiety and confusion.
Integrated Geriatric and Palliative Respite Care
For elders with serious or life-limiting illnesses, respite care is seamlessly integrated with geriatric and palliative care services to ensure care, comfort, dignity, and continuity.
Caregiver Guidance and Transition Support
Clear communication, care updates, and smooth handover before and after the respite period to ensure confidence and continuity of care.
Caring for the Caregiver
At Age Care Foundation, we recognise that caregivers need care too.
Respite care is not a sign of neglect—it is a responsible and compassionate choice that protects the health of caregivers while ensuring consistent, high-quality care for their loved ones.
By offering reliable respite care, we help families sustain caregiving with renewed strength, balance, and peace of mind.
Because when caregivers are supported, care becomes stronger—and compassion endures.
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Respite Care is short-term, planned care provided to an elderly or medically dependent person, allowing family caregivers temporary relief from their caregiving responsibilities while ensuring the individual continues to receive safe, compassionate, and professional care.
Respite care is beneficial for:
Family caregivers who need rest or time for personal commitments
Elders requiring continuous supervision or assistance
Persons with chronic illnesses, disability, or frailty
Individuals living with dementia or cognitive impairment
Caregiving can be physically and emotionally demanding. Respite care helps:
Prevent caregiver burnout and stress
Maintain the quality and continuity of care
Support caregiver health and well-being
Strengthen long-term caregiving relationships
Sneha Sandhya Age Care Foundation offers:
Short-term inpatient respite care
Home-based respite care
Medical and nursing support during respite
Personal care and daily living assistance
Specialised respite care for dementia
Integrated geriatric and palliative respite care
Respite care can range from a few hours to several days or weeks, depending on the needs of the elder or patient and the caregiver’s requirements. Duration is flexible and individualised.
Yes. Home-based respite care allows the individual to remain in familiar surroundings while trained caregivers or nurses provide care in the absence of family members.
Yes. Sneha Sandhya provides specialised respite care for individuals living with dementia, delivered by trained staff using structured routines, safety measures, and person-centred approaches to reduce anxiety and confusion.
No. Respite care at Sneha Sandhya ensures continuity and quality. Care plans are followed closely, and services are delivered with the same attention, dignity, and compassion as regular care.
Families are kept informed through:
Clear care plans and handover before respite begins
Regular updates during the respite period
Smooth transition and guidance when regular caregiving resumes
Yes. Depending on the individual’s needs, respite care may include medical supervision, nursing care, medication management, wound care, and symptom monitoring.
Yes. Respite care can be seamlessly integrated with geriatric care for older adults and palliative care for individuals with serious or life-limiting illnesses, ensuring comfort and continuity.
Caregivers should consider respite care when:
They feel physically or emotionally exhausted
They need time for personal, family, or work commitments
The care needs become overwhelming
Planned or emergency breaks are required
Seeking respite early helps sustain long-term caregiving.
No. Choosing respite care is a responsible and compassionate decision that supports both the caregiver and the person receiving care. It helps maintain healthier, more sustainable caregiving.
The goal is to provide reliable, respectful, and compassionate care for elders and patients while giving caregivers peace of mind, rest, and renewed strength.