In-Home Respite Care in Aurora and the Denver Metro
Respite care is short-term care at home that gives a family caregiver a break. A trained caregiver looks after your loved one while you rest, work or travel. Most families pay privately; Health First Colorado, IHSS or long-term care insurance may help for eligible clients.
- Short or recurring visits
- Same caregiver when possible
- RN-supervised
- CDPHE Licensed #04Z659
- Medicare-Certified
- CHAP Accredited
- In-network: BCBS & Cigna
- Health First Colorado & IHSS
- Open 7 days, 8 AM–7 PM
- English · Русский · Español
In-home respite care gives family caregivers a break. A trained caregiver comes to your loved one's home and follows their usual routine, so you can rest, work or run errands.
Respite happens at home, not in a facility. Your loved one stays in a familiar place, with their own things around them. That is often calmer for people with health or memory needs.
EliteCare Colorado is a licensed Class A and Class B home care agency (License #04Z659). Every respite plan starts with a free in-home assessment by a registered nurse.
Is respite care right for your family?
You feel worn out and need time to rest and recharge.
You have your own medical appointments to attend.
Work or travel takes you away from home for a while.
You'd like a regular weekly break you can count on.
There's a family event, like a wedding, you want to attend.
You're recovering from your own illness or surgery.
Not sure? Call us — a nurse will help you choose the right level of care.
What's included in our respite care services
Your caregiver follows the care plan written by our registered nurse.
Companionship & supervision
Conversation, activities and a watchful eye.
Personal care
Help with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Meals & hydration
Preparing simple meals and offering drinks.
Medication reminders
Reminders at the times in the care plan.
Light housekeeping
Dishes, tidying and a bit of laundry.
Safe transfers & walking
Help getting up, sitting down and moving around.
Keeping the routine
Meals, naps and activities at the usual times.
Notes for the family
A short summary of the visit when you return.
Need something else?
- If you need wound care or injections → Home Health Care
- If you need daily, long-term help with bathing and dressing → Personal Care
- If you need ongoing memory care → Dementia Care
What a visit looks like
- 1
Arrive and check in
The caregiver arrives on time, greets your loved one and hears any updates from you.
- 2
Follow the care plan
Meals, personal care, reminders and activities happen as written in the plan.
- 3
Keep things calm and familiar
Your loved one's usual routine is kept, from favorite chair to TV shows.
- 4
Write visit notes
The caregiver records what was done, what they ate and how they felt.
- 5
Update the family
When you're back, you get a short summary so nothing is missed.
Who provides respite care
Caregiver
Provides companionship, supervision, meals, light housekeeping and reminders during the visit.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Helps with hands-on personal care, like bathing, toileting and safe transfers, when your loved one needs it.
Registered Nurse
Does the free in-home assessment, writes the care plan and supervises the care team.
Every care plan is created and supervised by a registered nurse.
Why families choose EliteCare for respite care
RN oversight at every level
Your nurse records the tasks to cover while the family caregiver takes a break.
One agency for every level of care
Respite can include daily support through the same agency that provides ordered nursing.
Care can begin within 48 hours of receiving the referral and physician orders
If your loved one also needs skilled care, we review the referral and physician orders.
English, Russian and Spanish
Tell us which language your loved one prefers while you are away.
Open 7 days a week, 8 AM–7 PM
Our office is open daily to discuss a single break or recurring respite visits.
How to start respite care in Aurora and Denver
Step 1
Call or request an assessment
Tell us when you need a break and which care tasks must be covered.
Step 2
Free in-home RN assessment
The nurse learns your loved one’s routine and the support needed while you rest.
Step 3
Your written care plan
Meals, personal care, reminders and activities are written down for the visit.
Step 4
Care begins with regular RN check-ins
The caregiver follows the plan and leaves notes for your return.
How respite care is paid for
Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
Sometimes — we'll checkSome eligible members may qualify. We'll help you find out.
Private pay & long-term care insurance
AvailablePrivate pay is available. Some long-term care policies may help.
Coverage depends on eligibility and your plan. We'll help you check your benefits.
Check my coverageCompare levels of care
| Feature | Respite Care | Companion Care | Personal Care |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who provides | Caregiver or CNA | Caregiver | Caregiver or CNA |
| Typical tasks | Covers for the family caregiver: supervision, meals, personal care, routine | Company, meals, light housekeeping, errands | Bathing, dressing, toileting, safe transfers |
| Physician order needed? | No | No | No |
| Usually paid by | Private pay; sometimes Health First Colorado or IHSS | Private pay; sometimes Health First Colorado or IHSS | IHSS for eligible members; private pay |
What is respite care?
Respite care is a planned break from looking after a loved one. A caregiver comes to the home and covers supervision, meals, personal care and reminders in the RN’s written plan.
Your loved one stays at home with their usual routine while you rest, work or go out. A visit can cover an appointment or be part of a recurring schedule. Respite can be arranged before a family crisis.
Signs of caregiver burnout
Caregiving can leave someone worn out, short of patience or unable to attend their own appointments. Managing supervision and daily care alongside work or children can be difficult. Asking for support does not mean the family has failed.
Respite covers planned care tasks so you can attend to your own needs. It is not treatment for a health condition. Discuss concerning exhaustion or changes in your health with your clinician as well as arranging care.
How often should you use respite care?
There is no single respite schedule for every family. Some need one visit for an event, while others need a regular break. Discuss the care tasks and the times when help is missing during the assessment.
We can arrange single or recurring visits and try to send the same caregiver whenever possible. Medicare does not usually pay for in-home respite; eligible Health First Colorado or IHSS coverage, private pay or some long-term care policies may help. We can review options without promising coverage.
Talk to a nurse about respite care
Respite care across the Denver metro
In-home respite visits are available in Aurora and nearby Denver metro communities.
Frequently asked questions
Where does respite care take place?
At home. Our caregiver comes to your loved one's house, so they keep their own bed, routine and surroundings. We do not move anyone into a facility.
How long can a respite visit be?
Visits can be a few hours or a longer block of time. You can book a single visit or a recurring weekly schedule. We set this up with you during the free assessment.
Will we have the same caregiver each time?
We try to send the same caregiver whenever possible. A familiar face makes visits easier for your loved one and for you.
Do I have to leave the house?
No. You can rest in another room, work from home or go out. Many families use the first visit to stay nearby and get comfortable.
Who supervises the caregiver?
A registered nurse creates the written care plan and supervises the care. The caregiver follows that plan and leaves notes for the family after each visit.
Does Medicare pay for in-home respite care?
Medicare does not usually cover in-home respite care. Health First Colorado or IHSS may help for eligible members, and private pay is available. We'll help you check your options.
Can my parent get respite care in Russian or Spanish?
Yes. We provide care in English, Russian and Spanish. Tell us your preference when you call.
How do we get started?
Call us or request a free assessment. A registered nurse visits your home, learns your loved one's routine and writes a care plan. Then we schedule the first visit.
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Last updated: October 2026