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Respite Care

A proper break for family carers — with your loved one safe at home

Respite Care

Caring for someone you love is one of the most important things a person can do — and one of the most tiring. Respite care gives family carers a planned break, from a single afternoon to a few weeks, while your loved one stays comfortable in their own home.

Whether you need cover for a holiday, time to recover from your own illness or operation, or simply a regular breather each week, we step in gently — following the routines your loved one already knows.

What respite care can cover

  • Everything your loved one usually receives — personal care, medication, meals
  • Companionship and reassurance while you're away
  • Regular visits or full live-in cover, depending on what you need
  • A handover with you before you go, so routines carry on seamlessly
  • Updates through our Care App, so you can truly switch off

Cost & funding. Respite visits start from £36 per hour, with live-in respite from £1,550 per week — you only pay for the cover you need, with no joining fees. We'll talk it through at a free assessment.

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When families use respite care

A holiday or a few days awayRecovering from your own illness or operationA regular weekly break to rechargeCovering a family carer's work or other commitmentsTrying out home care before a longer arrangement
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