Respite Care
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What is Respite Care?
Respite Care is a form of support where a professional Carer covers for a regular caregiver, often a relative, friend or neighbour.
Everybody needs a break at some point but for many regular caregivers, finding time can sometimes feel impossible. Respite Care is designed to help in these situations. It enables caregivers to enjoy a holiday or a regular break away from their responsibilities or provides cover in the event of an emergency.
Some of the most common reasons people need Respite Care are:
- Covering for a regular caregiver
- Returning home from hospital
- Recovering from surgery or an accident
Our Care Workers are trained to maintain continuity of care while minimising stress and uncertainty wherever possible. This can reduce anxiety and other negatives (such as complications from variations to nutrition or medication) arising from changes in routines. We work with you to ensure a smooth and safe transition as we take on Respite Care.
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Your home, Your care, Your choice.
Why choose Respite Care?
At Careena Homecare, we understand that regular caregivers can only provide the very best care to their loved ones by also taking good care of themselves.
It’s essential to have some ‘me time’, with a chance to rest and relax away from the home. Our Respite Care for caregivers makes this possible with reliable, compassionate care personalised to your specific needs. You’ll have added peace of mind from knowing your loved one is being looked after by a professional, giving you the chance to spend time elsewhere.
Our Care Workers come prepared to slot into your normal routine. They’re there to reassure you and work with you to provide the support you need, when you need it.
In the event of an emergency, Respite Care can involve a short term regular arrangement while you recover and readjust to daily life. Some people opt for a Live-in Carer when recovering from illness or an operation to give them peace of mind that support is nearby 24 hours a day.
Why choose Careena Homecare?
Understanding
Our Overnight Care Teams have many years’ experience. We understand challenges and we’re ready to help you. Our entire service is designed to be simple and less stressful.
Excellent Training
Our Carers are carefully selected and receive training through our exclusive Careena Homecare Academy. We don’t use an agency or freelance staff to maintain our quality reputation.
Quality Care
Our strict performance guidelines, Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings and transparency via our care monitoring app. give added peace of mind that quality is assured.
Personalised Care
Our personalised care is unique to each person we support. Overnight Care is flexible when circumstances change and always delivered with compassion, dignity and respect.
What is included in Respite Care?
Our Respite Care service is for regular support in the home delivered by Carers exclusively trained by our Academy. Whether you need continuation of your normal care such as Personal Care, more specialist care such as our Dementia Care, or simply want some Companion Care while your primary caregiver has a regular break, we can help.
Deciding to receive Respite Care
Though it may feel clear that a regular caregiver needs a break from the various demands of caregiving, many people can struggle to seek help. We understand how challenging it can be to hand over the responsibility of a loved one’s care to a stranger. Our Care Team meet with you in advance and are trained to provide reassurance and confidence to support the transition.
Planning and choice are vital parts of receiving Respite Care. Our Team will assess your needs to understand your requirements and your care plan will be tailored specifically to your individual circumstances. Some of the most common reasons our clients and their loved ones choose our Respite Care include:
Respite Care reviews
We’re proud to provide support for our clients across the South of England. Find out how our Respite Care at Home services have benefitted them with these independent reviews on homecare.co.uk:
Fully managed support
Dedicated Team
Our experienced local Teams know their communities inside out. From your local GP to your local supermarket, their knowledge helps make life easier. With central support, you can enjoy added peace of mind
Exclusive Training
All our Carers are carefully selected and receive training through our exclusive Careena Homecare Academy to offer the best care possible. We don’t use agency or freelance staff to protect our quality reputation.
Quality Team
Our central Quality Team sets us apart from agencies and self-employed Carers. Our award-winning care is reliable, regulated by the
Quick questions
What is Respite Care?
Respite Care is a form of support where a professional Carer covers for a regular caregiver. There are many types of Respite Care available, both inside and outside the home. At Careena Homecare, our Respite Care service is mainly for primary caregivers to take regular breaks away from their responsibilities. We maintain continuity of care and ensure the person receiving care has their needs met while their regular caregiver is away. Find your local Alina Homecare Team to learn more about how we can help you.
What is included with Respite Care?
Respite Care can include any aspect of our Home Care services. It’s also available as Live-in Care, where a Carer moves into your or your loved one’s home to provide 24 hour care. Our Care Workers can help with all manner of daily tasks, such as using the bathroom, making a meal or going out on a day trip.
How can Respite Care help me?
Having a professionally trained Care Worker support your loved one ensures that regular caregivers can have much needed time for themselves. The prospect of caregiver burnout is a very real risk for many and Respite Care is a great way of ensuring your own wellbeing and the best quality care is available for your loved one.
What does a Respite Care home visit involve?
If you are considering Respite Care, we recommend arranging a free home visit from our local Team to discuss your loved ones care needs. The reason for an initial home visit is to ensure a care plan is tailored specifically to you and your loved one’s needs and preferences. We take time to get to know you both, understanding likes and dislikes so we can provide care that’s tailored.
Arranging care for the first time, or taking a break as a regular caregiver, can be stressful and daunting. There are often a lot of questions that need answering and our local Teams are ready to chat when you need them. To get started, find your local Team.
What are the different types of Respite Care?
There are many different types of Respite Care available and not all forms involve remaining in your own home. The type of care you and your loved ones choose should ultimately depend on your specific needs. At Alina Homecare, we specialise in providing Respite Care in your own home to ensure continuity and independence are always maintained. Types of Respite Care can include:
Respite day centres – provide individuals with activities, social interactions, meals and much more. It’s always a good idea to visit the day centre before the respite period begins. This is a good way of ensuring staff know the person needing care. It can also help reassure the primary caregiver that the day centre is the right environment for their loved one. Some respite day care centres provide accommodation and additional services, including respite day centres specifically for younger individuals or particular healthcare needs. For instance, there are many dementia day care centres across the country.
Residential respite care homes – care homes are another option to consider for Respite Care. There are many different options for care homes, many with specific expertise like nursing homes and dementia care homes. Many of these homes offer Respite Care services in residential settings, where the person receiving care can meet and engage with others during their stay. However, getting respite space at short notice can be difficult. Some care homes do accept advance bookings to help you plan ahead such as if you want to book a holiday.
Respite Care at Home – not everybody enjoys, wants or has the opportunity to leave home to receive Respite Care. Home Care and Respite Live-in Care are viable options for many people. Both services allow you or your loved one to continue receiving quality care with minimum disruption or change. If the regular caregiver also lives with the person receiving care, Live-in Care can be particularly reassuring as it means a care professional is available at all times of the day.
Other Options – some people choose to move in and live with someone else for a short time to provide Respite Care. There are schemes available that support this such as Shared Lives Plus. This scheme enables individuals in need of one or two weeks of Respite Care to live with other individuals they get along with or with Carers who have opened up their homes for them. For more information, visit Shared Lives Plus for services they could offer in your area.