More than 50 million people provide care for a chronically ill,
disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year

Group Respite
Respite-“an interval of relief.”

Are you caring for an older adult?
Could you benefit by having some time for yourself?
Do you know others who could benefit from attending the Group Respite program at The Life Center?

What is Group Respite?

Group Respite provides temporary relief for caregivers on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. This unique opportunity allows the caregiver to run errands, meet personal needs, etc. while the participant enjoys a variety of activities and a nutritious lunch and snack at The Life Center. For enrollment information, please call The Life Center at 249-2155.

Why refer clients to the Group Respite program?

Security – The program provides a safe, secure setting where a person is free to wander and explore his/her surroundings.
Stimulation – Caregivers are often too busy with caregiving tasks and have little time left for activities.
Independence – The program provides safety and comfort in a home-like place to socialize and visit in an atmosphere that offers unconditional acceptance.
Respite – Even the most dedicated caregiver needs time away from loved ones. The Group Respite program provides daily care two days a week. Should you need additional days/hours, please inquire at The Life Center.

According to The American Alzheimer’s Association, studies show that the use of adult day care can delay nursing home placement.

The Group Respite Program at The Life Center Provides:
• Supervised daytime care (10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) on Tuesday and Thursday in a safe, secure home-like setting by trained professional staff.
• Nutritious meal and snack.
• Socialization with seniors and others.

Enrollment Process:
1. Complete participant enrollment form. (Pick up form at The Life Center)
2. Have medical form completed by physician and current TB test.
3. Call to schedule appointment interview at 336-249-2155.

The Life Center – “The Next Best Place to Home”
601 West Center Street, Lexington, NC 27292
336-249-2155

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Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Informal Caregiving: Compassion in Action.
Washington, DC: 1998, and National Family Caregivers Association, Random Sample Survey of Family Caregivers, Summer 2000, Unpublished
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