Caregiving can sometimes be overwhelming – both physically and emotionally.
When caregivers need a break from caregiving, for whatever the reason - an emotional break, a physical break, family vacation, special occasion, or just because - Calcutta House can help by providing a brief “respite” for caregivers by admitting the patient for up to 5 days. At the conclusion of the 5-day stay, patients return to home hospice care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How often can Respite Care be provided?
Respite Care can be provided once in a single billing period (30 days), or dependent upon extenuating circumstances.
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When is Respite Care NOT appropriate?
Inpatient Respite Care is NOT appropriate if:
- There is no identified caregiver.
- Patient resides in a nursing facility or facility that provides 24/7 care.
- There is no clear reason for caregiver relief.
NOTE: Respite Care cannot substitute for nursing home placement when there is no Primary Caregiver available.
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When is Respite Care appropriate?
Respite Care is appropriate for a patient whose caregiver is in need of short-term caregiver relief, so there must be a caregiver involved in the patient’s care. It is at the discretion of the hospice provider to determine the merit of the caregiver’s need.
Some examples include:
- A caregiver whom is physically or emotionally exhausted from caring 24/7 for a patient and is in need of a break.
- A caregiver would like to attend a family event, such as wedding, graduation; or has a work obligation or other personal matter with which to attend.
- A caregiver whom is ill and is unable to care for the patient until recovery is complete.
NOTE: If a caregiver is requesting frequent respite care, then a change in patient care environment may be warranted.
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What is Respite Care?
Respite Care is short-term inpatient care available to a patient when it becomes necessary to relieve a primary caregiver (family members, friends, or other persons) caring for the individual in a home setting.
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Where can respite care not be provided?
Inpatient Respite Care cannot be provided in the following facilities:
- Assisted Living (ALF) or residential care facility.
- Patient’s private residence
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Where can Respite Care be provided?
Inpatient Respite Care can only be provided in the following facilities:
- Medicare-certified inpatient hospice facility, such as, Calcutta House
- A contracted Medicare-certified hospital or skilled nursing facility
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What does short-term Respite care mean?
Respite Care is short-term care, meaning that it can be provided for no more than 5 consecutive days at a time.