Caregiver Relief
At ElderSafe, we appreciate that caring for a loved one with a chronic or life threatening diagnosis can be both overwhelming and stressful. We are committed to easing the emotional weight by providing caregiver relief. Our Caregivers can come into the home or facility and meet the immediate needs of your loved one while providing a well needed rest for you.
Did you know....
- Over three million Canadians are now caring for an elderly, chronically ill or dying relative at home
- Average caregiver spent 20 hours a week caring for four years, with 25 per cent of caregivers spending 40 hours a week.
- One in four caregivers has no help; one in four has paid help; and 61 per cent need more help.
- Currently, 40% of people over the age of 30 are providing home care to one or more family members
- 58% of family caregivers suffer from poor physical and emotional health
- 55% of employed family caregivers report repercussions at work
