Suffolk County Respite Care Program

The Suffolk County Respite Care Program provides assistance to caregivers of frail/elderly loved ones, allowing them to take some much-needed, affordable “time off.” In-home companionship and supervision are provided by trained, compassionate workers, allowing caregivers to attend to their own personal needs. Respite workers receive special training in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases

What the program offers:
√    Services are available across Suffolk County
√    Respite care helps to prevent caregiver burnout
√    Information and referral services are available
√    Affordable sliding-scale fee
√    Offers a social and secure setting for the family member
√    Provides a cost-effective alternative to nursing home placement

For further Information please call:
Suffolk County Respite Care Program 631-321-8229 ex 1229