Caregiver Support Groups
1.800.488.4146

© 2007 LSS Caregiver Support and Respite Services is a service of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota which serves all people regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability or age.
 

Respite workers for the LSS Caregiver Support and Respite Program are carefully chosen after undergoing an interview process and  background check. They then attend eight hours of classroom training on the following subjects:

• Confidentiality

• Safety Precautions

• Assistance with Activities of Daily Living

• Common Chronic Illnesses

• Communication

• Program Policies

• First Aid and CPR

After this initial training, the respite worker accompanies the regional coordinator to the home of the caregiver for introductions and a short visit. If the caregiver and LSS staff both feel that it's a good match, a respite schedule is developed.   Directions to the Respite Worker regarding care for the individual are provided by the caregiver.

Respite workers provide in-home, non-medical, companionship. The goal is to make sure the care receiver is safe and occupied while the family caregiver takes a break.

To request a respite worker or to volunteer as a respite worker call 1-800-488-4146