Respite · Daytime Support
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Private In-Home
Respite Care

St. Petersburg, Florida
"We arrive so you can exhale. Your loved one stays home, in calm and capable hands."
The Service

Caring for someone with dementia is extraordinary work. You shouldn't have to do it without relief.

Private respite care exists so that you can step away — to rest, to attend to your own life, to simply exhale — without leaving your loved one in the care of a stranger. caregiver in the Avelis networks arrive prepared, calm, and already familiar with what matters to the person in your home.

This is not coverage. It is a considered handoff — from one trusted presence to another.

What This Looks Like

Respite care through Avelis is arranged around your schedule, not ours. Whether you need a few hours on a Tuesday morning or a recurring block of time each week, we structure support around what actually works for your family.

Before care begins, ythe caregiver we introduce is briefed on your loved one's preferences, routine, sensitivities, and what a good day looks like for them. We do not send someone in cold.

And wherever possible, the same caregiver returns each time — because familiarity is not a luxury in dementia care. It is the standard.

What to Expect

Care that holds while you step away.

i.
A Thorough Introduction
Ythe caregiver we introduce meets your loved one before the first solo visit. No cold starts.
ii.
Routine Held with Care
We follow the rhythms that already exist in your home — meals, rest, preferences. Disruption is the enemy of comfort.
iii.
Calm, Capable Presence
Composure is how we select caregivers. If something shifts, they are trained to respond without alarm.
iv.
A Clear Handback
When you return, ythe caregiver we introduce gives you a brief, honest account of the visit — what was good, what was hard.
Who This Serves

You don't have to
be at the limit
to ask for help.

Respite care is for any family caregiver carrying consistent responsibility for someone with dementia — whether or not you feel you've earned a break. You have.

  • Spouses and partners who are the primary caregiver at home
  • Adult children managing care alongside their own families and careers
  • Families transitioning from facility care back to home care
  • Caregivers who need consistent weekly time to restore themselves
  • Families navigating a change in condition who need additional support
  • Anyone who simply needs a few reliable hours of calm, covered absence
Pricing

Straightforward.
No surprises.

Billed hourly with a minimum 3-hour shift.

Estimated Rate Range
Daytime Respite (per hour) $25–$35
Minimum Shift 3 hours
Dementia-Experienced Caregiver Upper range
Insurance Billing Not accepted
We are a private-pay service and do not currently bill insurance. Many families use long-term care insurance reimbursement, HSA/FSA funds, or private funds. We are happy to provide documentation to support any reimbursement claims.
Ready to Begin?
A conversation
costs nothing.

Reach out and tell us what your family needs. There is no obligation, no pressure — only a genuine willingness to listen and help you find the right path forward.

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What We Provide

Everything included
in this service.

As a private home care referral service, here is exactly what ythe caregiver we introduce provides on every visit.

Companion PresenceA calm, attentive caregiver stays with your loved one so you can step away completely.
Engagement & ActivityConversation, music, familiar routines, and activities tailored to your loved one's interests.
Meal PreparationPreparing or assisting with breakfast, lunch, snacks, and light meals per dietary preferences.
Medication RemindersPrompting scheduled medications — not administration.
Light HousekeepingTidying common areas, dishes, and light tasks to keep the home comfortable.
Personal Care AssistanceHelp with grooming, dressing, and hygiene as needed.
Toileting & Incontinence CareDignified, respectful assistance when needed.
Mobility AssistanceSteadying, guiding, and assisting with safe movement through the home.
Safety SupervisionContinuous watchful presence to prevent falls and manage wandering.
Errand SupportLight errands or accompanying your loved one on outings when appropriate.
Post-Visit ReportingA brief, honest update after every visit so you always know how the day went.
Caregiver HandoffA thoughtful transition when you return — notes on the visit, what went well, what to watch.
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Ready to talk
about what you need?

A consultation is free and commits you to nothing. Tell us your situation — we'll listen.

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