My husband and myself used to really enjoy camping but since mom is 90 yrs old and living with us we have had to stop going. I would like to find someone who could spend the weekend with mom and make sure she is taken care of and not have to worry. I have contacted several agencies but it would cost me $800.00 for a weekend and we just can't afford that.
It shouldn't be. You deserve it.
I thought I once read the ALZ foundation had "grants" of a few hundred to help with this sort of thing,, may be worth looking into? Also I do agree withDmotola that many places are cheaper, for respite care.
Also it would depend on whether or not your mother would need someone 24/7 during that time. If not, then you could hire someone to be there for a few hours in the morning afternoon and evening for much less.
Also, for the amount of money you're mentioning, if nothing else, couldn't you afford to put her up in a nice hotel with real room service etc? Somewhere that will cater to her?
If you were to combine the two options, you could put her up in a hotel and have someone from home hospice visit for an hour or two a few times of day for the social aspect of having someone to talk to or play games with or eat dinner with.
Of course there is much about your mother that I'm ignorant of but these were the thoughts that crossed my mind in response to your question.
I don't know if AL, IL or nursing home type facilities would take someone for a weekend on private pay, but you could also explore that avenue.
What about a relative? Nursing students? Retired nurse? Any community or 4 year colleges in the area with nursing programs?