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Do Caregivers Sleep with Patients? Understanding Overnight vs. Live-In Care

According to a 2024 blog post from Griswold Care, live-in caregivers are given 6 to 8 hours of uninterrupted downtime to sleep, while overnight caregivers are expected to remain awake. So, do caregivers sleep with patients? The answer depends entirely on the type of care arrangement in place and the patient's specific needs.