What Is Respite Care?
Respite care at Solana Senior Living provides short-term, professional care for seniors — giving family caregivers a much-needed break to rest, recharge, and attend to their own needs. Whether you need a few days, a week, or longer, our compassionate team in Surprise, AZ is ready to step in and provide the same high-quality care your loved one deserves.
Caring for a senior family member is one of the most rewarding — and demanding — roles a person can take on. Caregiver burnout is a real and serious concern, and taking regular breaks is not a luxury; it is a necessity for maintaining your own health and well-being, and for continuing to provide the best possible care for your loved one.
During their stay at Solana Senior Living, respite care guests receive full access to all of our services, amenities, and activities. We strive to make every respite stay a positive, enriching experience — not just a temporary arrangement, but a genuine opportunity for rest, connection, and enjoyment.
What's Included in Our Respite Care Program
- Short-term accommodations in a private, furnished room
- Personalized care plan developed for the duration of the stay
- Assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Medication management and administration
- Three nutritious, home-cooked meals daily plus snacks
- 24-hour caregiver availability and supervision
- Access to all daily activities and social programs
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Health and wellness monitoring throughout the stay
- Family communication and updates as requested
- Flexible stay lengths to accommodate your schedule
- Seamless transition support at the end of the respite stay
Give Yourself — and Your Loved One — the Gift of Respite
Contact Solana Senior Living today to check availability and learn more about our respite care program. We're here to support your entire family.
Check AvailabilityFrequently Asked Questions — Respite Care
Respite care stays at Solana Senior Living are flexible and can range from 14 days to several weeks, depending on your needs and our availability. We work with families to accommodate a wide range of schedules and circumstances, including planned vacations, medical procedures, or simply the need for an extended rest period. Contact us to discuss your specific timeline and check current availability.
Absolutely. Every guest who comes to Solana Senior Living for respite care receives the same compassionate, attentive, high-quality care as our permanent residents. We develop a personalized care plan for each respite guest, ensure a smooth and welcoming arrival, and maintain open communication with families throughout the stay. Our goal is for every respite guest to feel genuinely at home.
We recommend visiting Solana Senior Living with your loved one before the respite stay begins, so they can become familiar with the environment and meet our team. Bring any medications, personal care items, comfortable clothing, and meaningful personal belongings that will help your loved one feel at ease. Our team will conduct a brief intake assessment to ensure we understand your loved one's needs, preferences, and routines before they arrive.
Medicare may cover short-term respite care in certain circumstances, particularly for individuals enrolled in hospice programs. Some long-term care insurance policies also provide respite care benefits. We recommend reviewing your insurance coverage carefully and contacting our team for guidance. We are happy to help you explore all available financial options to make respite care as accessible as possible.
Yes. Many families find that a respite stay is a wonderful way to experience Solana Senior Living firsthand before making a longer-term decision. If your loved one enjoys their stay and you decide that permanent residency is the right choice, we make the transition as smooth and seamless as possible. We are always happy to discuss long-term care options during or after a respite stay.