Affordable, short term respite care for older loved ones
Herewith offers family caregivers a flexible, affordable option for short-term respite care for older loved ones, ensuring they receive compassionate, trusted care on your schedule.
Find respite care today
Deciding if your loved one needs short term respite care
Temporary or short term respite care benefits families and seniors, enabling families to take breaks from care duties and seniors to get continuous, high quality support.
Find support today
Choose respite care if you’re looking for:
Help to cover gaps in care
Caregiving coverage after a health event or hospitalization
Support for a specific amount of time
Short-term caregiving and companionship for an older loved one
Relief for family caregivers
Flexible caregiving coverage when a family member isn’t available
Explore in-home respite care services on Herewith
Learn what kind of respite care services Helpers can provide.
Temporary senior care
In-home senior care on a flexible, short-term basis after a health event
Personal care assistance
Help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and grooming
Companionship care
Friendly, compassionate company and emotional support
Medication reminders
Support adhering to medication and treatment routines
Meal prep & light housekeeping
Reliable assistance with meals and food preparation, tidying, laundry, and more
Home respite care services
Part-time support for seniors at home, providing relief for family caregivers
How to find short term respite care for seniors on Herewith
Find relief for family caregivers and short term care for seniors in just a few, stress-free steps on Herewith.
Get started online
Create a custom Help Request based on your preferences, budget, and schedule to find the right in-home Helper for your needs.
Choose the best Helper for you
Chat with vetted, insured Helpers to find the ideal match for your loved one’s needs and preferences, with no commitments or contracts.
Book respite care on your schedule
Unlike agencies, on Herewith you only pay for the care you need, with no hourly minimums—making it easy to schedule in when you need it.
Get trustworthy, transparent respite care
Get live updates about your loved one’s care, with easy in-app messaging and re-booking options for fast, reliable support.
Find care today
What sets Herewith apart when it comes to respite care?
When it comes to affordable, short term caregiving support to coordinate with your family’s schedule, Herewith offers a better option than traditional agency care.
Flexible, short-term scheduling
Book respite care with no commitments or contracts, for as little or as long as required
Trusted, expert Helpers
Choose respite care Helpers to fit your loved one’s needs based on specialized skills, experience, and personality
Peace of mind for families
Affordable in-home respite care services on Herewith seamlessly coordinate with your loved one’s existing care, reducing stress and closing gaps
What families are saying about respite care on Herewith
Barbara
Groton, CT
I was feeling torn between helping my mom on the weekends and spending time with my kids. Booking a Helper gave me that much needed break to just be a mom.
Martha
San Leandro, CA
I highly recommend getting respite care on Herewith if you’re a primary caregiver. Sometimes you just need to take time to care for yourself.
Lynn
Boise, ID
I booked a Helper to check in on my dad while my husband and I took a cruise for our anniversary—best decision ever. I could enjoy my vacation without worrying about him at home.
FAQs about respite care
What is respite care for elderly loved ones?
Respite care provides temporary relief for family caregivers. It can include personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily activities.
How long can respite care services last?
Short term respite care services on Herewith are completely flexible. Care can last anywhere from a few hours to several days or longer, depending on your needs.
How to find respite care services near me?
Search for respite care Helpers near you by creating a simple Help Request with your care needs, schedule and budget. Then review applicants and choose the best match for your loved one.
Is respite care covered by insurance?
Some insurance policies may cover in-home respite care services. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to verify coverage options.
Helpful resources for respite care
Understanding respite care: The solution for family caregiver burnout
Learn how to tell if you’re dealing with caregiver burnout and why respite care might be the answer
How to talk to aging parents about in-home care
Get our top tips for starting your first conversation about aging parents’ in-home care needs and key advice on how to navigate this transition
How to book an in-home care Helper on Herewith
A step-by-step tutorial on how to make a Help Request, book, and rebook Helpers for caregiving services
Find the right care for your loved one
See more affordable in-home care services available from local Helpers.
Learn more about respite care on Herewith
Still have questions? Schedule a quick call with our team to learn more about flexible in-home care services on Herewith.
Herewith provides a platform to assist Helpers and care recipients in connecting regarding in-home non-medical care opportunities. Herewith does not employ any Helpers, nor does it recommend any Helpers and/or care recipients who use its platform. User information provided in profiles, posts, and otherwise on the Herewith platform is not generated or verified by Herewith. Each user of Herewith’s platform is responsible for conducting their own vetting before determining whether to enter into an employment relationship and for their own conduct, including compliance with applicable laws.
Copyright 2025