Respite Care — Vilas Home Assisted Living - Plattsburgh, NY
Respite Care

Respite Care

Samuel F. Vilas Home provides short term respite care with a minimum stay requirement of two weeks, dependent on availability.

Respite Care Explained


Respite care is a short term solution to provide some relief for a caregiver. For some residents and families, respite care is an excellent option to try out an assisted living facility and provide primary caregivers with a break - perhaps to travel to visit family or even to tend to medical needs of their own.


Would Respite Care Work for Me?

  • Does your family member need a short stay for recovery?
  • Is the family caregiver traveling and needs their loved one cared for?
  • Do you need assistance for a short period of time because of a fall or accident?


Respite Care Services

When a resident moves into our facility for short term respite care, they receive the same care and services as residents who are at the Vilas Home for long term assisted living care. Respite care residents receive personalized patient care including but not limited to:

  • Medication management
  • Case Management Services
  • 24/7 Personal Care Assistance
  • Daily Meals & Snacks
  • Nursing services if needed
  • Laundry & Housekeeping
  • Activities & Outings
Respite Care

Would I Benefit From Respite Care?

One of the most important reasons respite care is pursued is so that family members and primary caregivers avoid healthcare burnout. While it is important to be there and present for your family member as a caregiver, you cannot be there for them if you are having physical and mental setbacks, losing sleep, and have no time outside of the home for hobbies or interests. Temporary relief of caregiver responsibilities can make a world of difference.

Contact Us Today


If you’re interested in learning more about respite care support services at Samuel F. Vilas Home, please contact us today. When you choose respite care with us, you can rest assured that your loved one is well cared for in a beautiful, home-like setting.

Rehabilitation Services

Offering both short-term senior rehab and longer-term assisted living, the Vilas Home provides exceptional care in an environment that feels like home.

Medication Management

Medication management is done under the supervision of a resident’s primary care provider and our trained medication care staff.

24-Hour Care

Offering 24/7 personalized care and supervision. Let our team of highly skilled caregivers provide support and assistance to your loved one any time of day or night.

Fall Management

Falls are a leading cause of injury in elderly individuals, limiting mobility and reducing quality of life. That’s why we work hard to prevent falls in our resident population through a comprehensive fall prevention planning program that identifies residents who are at higher risk and puts strategies in place to mitigate falls as much as possible.

Activities of Daily Living

At the Vilas Home, we assist residents with a wide range of daily care needs including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, medication management, meals, transportation, activities and case management services.

The Vilas Home is one of the finest establishments to live in, all the staff are so pleasant and great to be around.

George Schnob - Resident

Heroes work here, the sign in front of Vilas tells the whole story about the people who work here.

Dick Jones - Resident