Learn more about CFSS in Minnesota
Parents only want what’s best for their children. But many don’t realize what options are out there in terms of support and guidance. For example, home care for kids is not often the first thought for many parents, but it can be life-changing for the whole family. This is especially true for children with disabilities, including autism or those who require extra support for health challenges.
Many people view in-home care as a service only available to seniors, when the truth is that children with physical disabilities or developmental delays benefit greatly from home care as well.
As a parent, caring for your child with special needs or health challenges can be quite taxing. In addition to an already busy life, your parental duties seem to multiply as you work to provide care for your child. The accompanying stress can have a negative effect on a parent’s professional and personal lives.
Respite care can offer parents and other family members a break from daily care tasks to take care of other responsibilities or simply to replenish their own energy levels.
Here are some indicators that respite care may be a good option for you and your child:
If respite care is the right choice for you and your family, is nothing to feel guilty about. You can only care for your child for as long as you are happy and healthy enough to do so!
Home care can also provide your child with learning and support opportunities that you simply cannot offer, as well. For example, working with a personal care assistant with dedicated PCA training could mean you could try new types of therapy, expand your child’s social confidence, or encourage them to try new hobbies that they wouldn’t be exposed to with a parent.
Some types of care include overnight or part-time stays in facilities. While this is often necessary for some children, home care services provide the crucial benefit of keeping your child in the familiar surroundings of their own home.
Children will often respond best to social growth or medical therapy when they’re relaxed and happy - and where else are they most comfortable than when they’re at home? Home care services are not just convenient for you, but they can also be the most enjoyable for the child.
While the needs of each specific family differ, here are some examples of children that could benefit from PCA services:
If you’re interested in finding out more about caregiving services for children in MN, the Best Care team is ready to help. We can answer your questions about respite care and home care support for children with a variety of needs, from behavioral challenges to physical disabilities and more.
We encourage learning as much as you can about respite services and exploring the various care options. Browse through the various resources on our website, or don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about pediatric home care services in MN.
