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Skilled Respite

Skilled Respite

Skilled Respite provides short-term relief for family caregivers while ensuring patients continue receiving high-level professional care. Unlike traditional respite, this service is delivered by licensed nurses (RNs or LPNs) capable of handling complex medical needs, including medication administration, monitoring, and skilled procedures. At Shalom7 Home Health, we know that caregivers deserve rest, and patients deserve uninterrupted quality care. With more than 20 years of experience in long term care and APD Medicaid waiver programs, our skilled respite services bring peace of mind, safety, and dignity to both patients and their families.

What We Provide

Short-term medical care from licensed nurses, including monitoring, treatments, and skilled support while caregivers take a needed break.

Why It Matters

Skilled Respite allows families to rest knowing their loved ones are cared for by trained professionals who can manage complex medical conditions safely at home.

Who Benefits Most from Skilled Respite?

This service is ideal for patients with chronic or complex medical needs whose families require temporary relief, and for caregivers who want to ensure their loved one continues receiving professional care at home.

Skilled Respite
Skilled Respite

Frequently asked question

It is temporary relief for caregivers, provided by licensed nurses who can deliver medical care at home.

Skilled Respite is provided by RNs or LPNs and includes medical tasks, while regular Respite Care focuses on non-medical support.

Licensed nurses (RNs and LPNs) with training in handling complex medical conditions.

It can be scheduled for a few hours, overnight, or several days, depending on the family’s needs.

Yes, Skilled Respite may be covered under the APD Medicaid waiver and some insurance plans.