Respite for Caregivers in Avondale and Phoenix
Time-limited care that gives parents and caregivers a break, so the whole family can stay steady.
Caring for Yourself Is Part of Caring for Them
Respite provides time-limited support intended to reduce caregiver strain and promote family stability.
Caring for someone with behavioral health needs can be meaningful, and exhausting. Regular breaks help caregivers rest, look after their own health and keep going. According to the CDC, even a few hours of respite a week can improve a caregiver's wellbeing. Respite helps most when it's used before you're worn out, so it's worth planning early.
Signs You May Need a Break
Caregiver stress builds slowly and is easy to miss. Watch for:
- Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed or anxious
- Getting angry or impatient easily
- Feeling lonely or cut off from others
- Trouble sleeping
- Feeling sad or hopeless, or losing interest in things
- Frequent headaches, pain or other physical problems
- No time to exercise, eat well or see your own doctor
What Respite Looks Like Here
Respite at Confianza Health gives children supervised time with activities planned around their age and needs, with chances to:
- Play, create and express themselves
- Practice social and communication skills
- Get active, indoors and out
- Build self-help skills and independence
- Grow confidence and a positive sense of self
More Help for Arizona Caregivers
These are run by other organizations, not Confianza Health.
Ready When You Are
Tell us what's going on, and our team will talk with you about whether this service fits and what comes next.
Our Offices
Our team works from our offices in Avondale and Phoenix. Call us to ask how and where this service is offered.
FAQs
What is respite care?
Respite is short-term care and supervision for a person with care needs, so the family member or caregiver can rest.
Is it selfish to take a break?
No. Caregivers who rest and look after their own health are better able to keep caring. Needing a break is a normal part of caregiving.
What will my child do during respite?
Children spend supervised time in activities matched to their age and needs, such as play, creative projects and physical activity, with chances to practice social and communication skills.
Does AHCCCS cover respite?
For AHCCCS members who need it, respite can be part of the service plan, up to 600 hours a year (the year runs October through September). Call us with your plan's name, and we'll help you check what applies to you.
What else helps caregivers?
Ask for help and accept it when it's offered, keep up your own routines and checkups, and take time for yourself, even a little. Support groups and family support can help too.
How do I ask about respite?
Call us at (623) 439-7472 or request services online, and tell us about your family's needs. Our team will talk with you about whether respite fits.
