THE DALLES — Cherry Blossom Respite has launched its dementia-specific respite care program, made possible through a grant from the Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI). This initiative is designed to provide much-needed relief for caregivers supporting people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.
“With the support of the CDRI grant, we are launching a new respite care program in The Dalles at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center, giving caregivers the opportunity to rest and recharge while the person living with dementia receives high-quality, dementia-capable care,” said Program Manager Danette Utley. “Caregiving can be overwhelming, and we want families to know they don’t have to do it alone.”
There are more than 11 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S. providing care for people living with dementia. Many struggle with stress, exhaustion and burnout, yet access to respite care remains limited. This program aims to bridge that gap by offering caregivers flexible, compassionate care solutions so they can take a much-needed break.
Caring for a person living with dementia is rewarding but can also be exhausting. Respite care provides caregivers time to rest while ensuring the person living with dementia receives safe, compassionate support. Caregivers interested in learning more about dementia-specific respite care can contact Cherry Blossom Respite at 541-288-8315 or email at cherryblossomADP@gmail.com.
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