Redefining respite for family caregivers: lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic

Redefining respite for family caregivers: lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic

IntroductionRespite care is provided to caregivers through in-home respite providers, drop-off day centers, and institutional or overnight facilities, where the caregiver can take a break or get time-away, while the care-recipient is provided with personal care, companionship, and/or supervision. Du...

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Main Authors:	Rebecca L. Utz, Hannah L. Mundinger, Amber Thompson, Gail L. Towsley, Kara B. Dassel, Alex Terrill, Alycia A. Bristol
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-07-01
Series:	Frontiers in Health Services
Subjects:	respite family caregivers caregiver burden COVID long-term supports and systems (LTSS) long-term care (LTC)
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/frhs.2025.1611360/full
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