\u200bThat old saying about planning for something or it won\u2019t happen is largely true. It\u2019s especially true if you\u2019re a caregiver and you\u2019re talking about respite time. Respite is way too easy to put off unless you\u2019re actively making it a priority.<\/p>\n
Determine What You Need in Order to Commit to Respite<\/strong><\/p>\n What is it that will help you to not only plan but take respite time? Your senior\u2019s needs need to be considered in this and so do yours. There may be things you need to do before you\u2019ll feel comfortable with taking respite, like putting together an information packet about what helps your senior the most. Figure out what you need, including who will help you with respite time, so that you can start putting plans into action.<\/p>\n