Respite Care in Coquitlam: Real Relief for Families Who Care
Caring for a loved one can be one of life’s most rewarding—and most exhausting—roles. Whether you’re supporting an aging parent, a partner with dementia, or a family member with a disability, caregiver burnout is real. That’s where respite care comes in.
At Just Like Family Home Care Coquitlam, we offer tailored respite care services that provide temporary relief for family caregivers—while ensuring your loved one continues to receive compassionate, professional support.
What Is Respite Care?
Respite care gives unpaid family caregivers a much-needed break by temporarily shifting the care responsibilities to a trusted professional. It can be:
- Short-term (a few hours or days)
- Scheduled (regular weekly breaks)
- Emergency-based (unexpected life events or illness)
Types of Respite Care Available in Coquitlam
1. In-Home Respite Care
A trained caregiver comes to the home to:
- Provide companionship and supervision
- Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Help with meals, medication reminders, and light housekeeping
Ideal for: Families who want their loved one to stay in familiar surroundings.
2. Overnight or Weekend Respite
Caregivers stay overnight or for several days to provide 24-hour support while the primary caregiver rests, travels, or handles personal matters.
Ideal for: Spousal caregivers or adult children needing time away or recovering from their own health challenges.
3. Respite for Dementia Care
Specialized caregivers provide structured routines, cognitive stimulation, and safety for those living with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia.
Ideal for: Preventing caregiver burnout and reducing safety risks for clients who require constant supervision.
4. Respite for Working Families
Respite care during business hours or evenings allows working family caregivers to maintain employment and manage daily responsibilities.
Ideal for: Sandwich generation caregivers managing both children and elderly parents.
Real Stories from Local Families in Coquitlam
Mary’s Story:
Mary, a full-time nurse in Coquitlam, was caring for her 82-year-old father with Parkinson’s. She reached a point of burnout, trying to balance shift work, parenting, and caregiving. Just Like Family Home Care provided weekday morning respite, helping with breakfast, bathing, and companionship. Mary regained balance—and her father formed a close bond with his caregiver.
The Sullivans’ Story:
The Sullivan family was caring for their mother, who has mid-stage Alzheimer’s. Their respite care schedule includes a caregiver three afternoons per week. During that time, the family runs errands, enjoys time with their children, and recharges. The structured care also reduced their mother’s agitation in the evenings.
Raj’s Story:
Raj needed to attend a funeral out of town but had no one to stay with his wife recovering from surgery. We arranged emergency overnight respite care in under 24 hours. When he returned, he was grateful for the peace of mind knowing she was well cared for.
Why Families in Coquitlam Choose Just Like Family Home Care
- Flexible, customizable respite care plans
- Trained and vetted caregivers
- Support for seniors, dementia, chronic illness, and post-surgical care
- Coverage across Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, and surrounding areas
Care for the Caregiver Matters, Too
Taking a break doesn’t mean you’re giving up—it means you’re ensuring you can continue to care with energy, love, and presence. With Just Like Family Home Care Coquitlam, you can trust that your loved one is in safe hands while you care for yourself.
Reach out to us via phone or email anytime or book your FREE in-home care consultation to learn more about respite care options and to build the right support plan for your family.