In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, we’d like to formally say “Thank You” to each and every one of our outstanding care team. The compassion, patience, and love you show our residents every day are a true testament to the foundation upon which Autumn Leaves is built. We are so honored to have some of the very best caregivers in the business. We are truly humbled by your hard work and dedication!
We know there are also many people reading this who may be serving as caregivers in your own homes. In September 2015, Autumn Leaves commissioned a national survey of 1,000 adults who provide care at home for someone aged 55 and over. The survey revealed the top three issues facing caregivers: (1) having no relaxation/down time; (2) having no time to exercise; and, (3) sleep deprivation. All of these adversely affect the health of the caretaker.
“More than 45 percent of home caregivers surveyed – many of whom also have jobs outside the home or are also caring for small children – say that a day off for themselves would be the No. 1 most helpful thing to support their well-being,” said Mitchell Warren, CEO and co-owner of Autumn Leaves. “That’s why we are launching the Caregiver Relief program in our communities to provide these unsung heroes with what they need most: a break so they can take care of themselves and recharge.”
The Caregiver Relief program, available in most Autumn Leaves communities nationwide, will offer family caregivers the opportunity to place their loved one in a safe, secure, loving, and engaging environment for up to three days of complimentary respite care (based on assessment and availability). The program, which is available through Dec. 31, 2015, is also being extended to Autumn Leaves employees for their own families.
“We understand well the challenges that family caregivers face – and the fact that the work can be as mentally and physically exhausting for our own caregiving staff as it is for caregivers at home,” said Warren. “So in appreciation of our caregivers and medication technicians, we are also offering them a respite of sorts during the holiday season – a gift certificate for a holiday meal. Our hope is that the gift certificate, which is valid at most grocery stores, will relieve some of the stress of preparing a full holiday meal, so that they can enjoy some down time, and spend more time with loved ones.”
More information about the Caregiver Relief program is available by calling 888-919-4910. You can find a list of all our communities by visiting the Autumn Leaves website.
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