Primary caregivers receive much-needed relief from the services of congregation-based Respite Care Teams.
Training and ongoing support to team members are provided through a unique collaboration of Catholic Charities and Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries.
There is no charge to the individual or family for the support and assistance provided by the team. All team contacts are confidential and services are offered to persons regardless of race, religious belief or economic status.
The Team Members
All care team members are screened through background checks, and thoroughly trained in topics and techniques such as: confidentiality, limits of care, handling an emergency, active listening skills, safe transfer techniques, infection control and the principles of the team process. The team members abide by the ethics of respectful and compassionate care, confidentiality, and services offered without discrimination.
Services Offered
The team members offer an array of non-medical services including rest and relief for primary caregivers, friendly visits and phone calls, assistance with mail, reading and correspondence, occasional assistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping, simple repairs, yard chores, shopping, transportation, errands and outings.
Respite Care Team Ministry Benefits
To Those Being Served:
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Enhances capacity to maintain independence and lifestyle
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Offers rest and relief for caregivers
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Provides confidential assistance from members of your congregation
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Increases sense of community
To the Congregation:
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Provides opportunities for members to assist with pastoral care
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Offers a team approach which allows several members to share responsibility
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Enhances congregation's ability to provide direct assistance to members and neighbors
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Increases sense of community
To the Team Member:
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Provides an opportunity for personal and spiritual growth
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Expands the awareness of congregational and community needs
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Provides a forum for problem solving
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Offers valuable training opportunities