SUBSTITUTE CAREGIVER & Respite Care

Quality Caregiving Substitute & Respite Care

When a trusted caregiver needs time away, I'm here to step in.

As a former live-in caregiver and house manager, I understand how important it is to have someone dependable who can step in when a regular caregiver needs a break—or when family caregiving responsibilities become too much to manage alone.

Personalized Care

A day, a weekend, or a full week — I am experienced enough to step in with confidence.

Conversation, storytelling, and genuine companionship
Activities tailored to your loved one's interests and abilities
Meal companionship and light kitchen assistance
Light errands and local accompaniment
Medication reminders
Steady, calm presence — for as long as you need

Flexible duration

Substitute & Respite Care is available for single days, multi-day stays, or full weeks. Scheduling is arranged directly with me — no agency runaround, no rotating staff..

Professional Fees

Planned Respite Care

4–6 hours — $45 per hour

7–12 hours — $40 per hour

Assignments shorter than four hours may be accepted at $55 per hour based on availability. Minimum service fee: $110

Short-Term Substitute Caregiving

4–6 hours — $50 per hour

7–12 hours — $45 per hour

Assignments shorter than four hours may be accepted at $60 per hour based on availability. Minimum service fee: $120.

Assignments requested with less than 24 hours' notice are subject to a 20% short-notice fee and are accepted based on availability.

Extended Assignments

Overnight, live-in, out-of-town, and multi-day assignments are individually quoted based on care needs, active-care hours, overnight expectations, location, and assignment length.

Travel Distance and Expenses

Professional fees include travel within 30 driving miles of Chapel Hill. Assignments beyond that area may include mileage, compensated travel time, tolls, parking, and other reasonable transportation expenses. All additional charges are disclosed in advance.

Ready to talk about what you need?

There's no obligation. Just a conversation about your situation and whether this might be the right fit.