Learning about Williamsburg, VA Caregivers Awareness Month
What Is Respite Care?

Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers. It can be arranged for just an afternoon or for several days or weeks. Care can be provided at home, in a healthcare facility, or at an adult day center.

Respite Care Costs

Respite services charge by the hour or by the number of days or weeks that services are provided. Most insurance plans do not cover these costs. You must pay all costs not covered by insurance or other funding sources. Medicare will cover most of the cost of up to 5 days in a row of respite care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility for a person receiving hospice care. Medicaid also may offer assistance.

Learn more about paying for care.

For More Information About Respite Care

The ARCH National Respite Locator Service can help you find services in your community. In addition, at BrightStar Care® of Williamsburg, we understand that finding experienced and compassionate caregivers can be a challenge. While many of our clients still enjoy their independence, they might require some assistance, and our qualified care professionals go above and beyond to deliver on our promise of A Higher Standard of Care to the individuals and families they serve. See our website for more information Click Here!

A BrightStar Care Registered Nurse (RN) Director of Nursing creates each client’s personalized plan of care and oversees its delivery by our professional care staff. Our companion services include personalized, around-the-clock care for anyone – of any age – who needs it, as well as:

• In-home support
• Light housekeeping and helping with laundry
• Meal planning and cooking
• Respite for family caregivers
• Help with shopping and errands
• Adult and senior transportation to and from doctor appointments and social events
• Travel companionship
• Sitter or nanny services
• Expectant and new mother support