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Respite Care

Our respite care team steps in for a few days or a few weeks at a time, so family carers can rest, travel or attend to other commitments with complete peace of mind.

A respite carer helping a client in the garden

What's included

  • Short-term visiting or live-in cover
  • Full handover from the primary family carer
  • Personal care and medication support
  • Companionship and light housekeeping
  • Flexible booking, from a few days to several weeks
  • Same rigorous carer vetting as all our services

Benefits of Respite Care

01

Peace of mind

Leave knowing your loved one is safe, supported and comfortable.

02

No long-term commitment

Book exactly the cover you need, when you need it.

03

Smooth handover

We take time to understand routines before the family carer steps away.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much notice do you need?

We recommend at least a week's notice where possible, though we do our best to accommodate urgent requests.

Can respite care become ongoing care?

Yes, many families move from respite into a regular home care or live-in plan.

Respite care gave me a proper break for the first time in two years, and I came home to find everything exactly as it should be. Total peace of mind.

Angela T., Family carer

Talk to us about respite care

Book a free, no-obligation assessment with our care team.