The benefits of transitioning to senior living after a respite stay

Heather Glen Senior Living in Allentown, Pennsylvania is proud to offer short-term—also known as respite—care services at our community. With a minimum stay of seven days and a maximum of thirty, respite care exists to help the individuals who are caring for their senior loved one. Respite care provides a temporary, short-term break from the daily stresses of caregiving and helps prevent caregiver burnout. It can also be used as short-term care after a hospital visit, surgery or rehabilitation stay in which the person may require additional, professional assistance beyond what their caretaker is equipped to provide. 

A successful respite stay can also help you and your loved one realize that living in a personal care home full-time might be the best option for both of you—this is a decision that many families make after experiencing a short-term stay. If that’s the case for you and your family, we’re here to help. We’ve listed a few of the benefits we’ve witnessed from transitioning directly from respite care to full-time personal care living. 

Familiarity with the community 

When people use our respite care services, they receive the same level of care and access to amenities as long-term residents. This allows short-term residents to get to know the staff, their neighbors, the services and really experience the lifestyle of a personal care community. With a spa room, fitness and activity areas, cozy spots to read, three specialized meals a day, laundry service, on-site medical care and more all inclusive services, residents will get a taste of the comfort and ease that comes with living at Heather Glen. An added bonus: because they’re already familiar with the community, there won’t be as much anxiety that’s often associated with a shift in routines and surroundings when moving straight from home. 

Avoid the stress of multiple housing changes 

From home, to the hospital, to a respite care facility, to home again and eventually into a senior living community—this type of multi-step haphazard transition can be stressful for your loved one and you. By choosing to spend short-term care in the best long-term care community in Allentown, your loved one won’t have to endure the stress of multiple moves within a short amount of time. As mentioned above, they’ll recognize how convenient and welcoming the community is very quickly—making the transition to long-term care easier. 

Caregivers can rest assured

One of the hardest parts about moving your loved one into a senior living community is the fear that they won’t receive the right level of care. At Heather Glen, our first commitment to residents and their families is that they’ll get the best care and assistance available. Our high standards for the community itself, who we hire and how our residents spend their days ensures that your loved one will receive the most premium care in the greater Lehigh Valley area. 

We know that transitioning into a personal care community can be overwhelming for everyone involved. If respite care is the option chosen, it’s best to trust the experts who can help your loved one experience the joys and benefits of long-term personal care living. To learn more about our living options, both short- and long-term, reach out to Heather Glen Senior Living today.