Respite Care: Supporting Family Caregivers with Temporary Relief

Adventure Respite18 Nov, 2024News

Evidently, it is both noble and challenging to assume the role of a carer to a family member. As reported by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, many carers become exhausted, stressed, anxious or depressed because of the caregiving roles that they perform. Respite care serves as an essential tool to maintain the caregiver’s well-being as the responsibility of care is delegated to professionals like autism support workers, which, in turn, ensures they can continue providing effective care in the long run.