What Is Respite Care?
Respite care simply means taking a well-earned break from caring; comfortable in the knowledge that your loved one is in a happy and supported environment with 24 hour care.
We know that caring for a loved one is rewarding, but it’s important for you both that you get a bit of recouperation every so often. This is where private respite care can support you to arrange the time and space you need to rest and recharge, so that when you return to your care role, you both feel refreshed and energised.
In addition to the professional care element, respite also promotes social inclusion for your loved one, and helps prevent burn-out and exhaustion for you as a carer. These are essential factors to maintaining your overall physical and emotional wellbeing.
Types Of Short-term Care
Renaissance Care offers respite services to the person you care for, taking over from you as the main care provider on a short-term basis – allowing you to take a few days, a week or slightly longer to recuperate.
Respite care is often sought when a primary carer requires some much-needed ‘me’ time. It can enable the carer the time to go on holiday with family but can also be used for shorter periods to allow you time to socialise with friends, go to the gym or simply relax and enjoy an uninterrupted cup of tea. No matter the reason, it’s important to remember that it’s ok to need some space every so often.
Planning A Respite Stay
Respite care within a Renaissance Care home is mutually beneficial, helping to alleviate loneliness and isolation for the resident and often acts as a positive transition to longer-term care if required.
Planning your stay with your care provider is crucial to make sure you have the very best experience. Discussing everything from hobbies and interest to daily routines and even how you like your tea in the morning - it is the intricate detail that really makes the difference.
Other things to consider when planning a respite stay would be:
How Long Does A Respite Stay Last?
Generally lasting several days or weeks, respite care can be tailored to your individual needs and supports the primary caregiver to rest and recharge. A short-term stay can also act as an introduction to care, with repeat visits or permanent care options available.
How Would I Pack Ahead Of A Respite Stay?
Our care homes offer a laundry service, however for shorter stays, you may prefer to bring enough clothing to cover the duration of your stay.
What Happens If I Need To See A Doctor Throughout My Stay?
You will remain registered with your own doctor throughout your respite stay, however, in the event of an emergency, our on call GP will be contacted.
Does Respite Care Affect Your Carer Allowance?
You can continue to receive your Carer's Allowance for up to four weeks in any six-month period, however, it’s a complicated topic so it is worth speaking with your local council.
What Does Respite Care Cost?
If you are thinking of respite care, it may be worth speaking with your local council to see if you are eligible for funding to help towards the costs of your respite stay.
The cost of respite care varies slightly depending on the care home you chose, this will be charged at the same rate that permanent residents living at the home pay. On average, respite care will cost between £1100 - £1600 per week, please speak to the manager of your chosen home for specific costs.
It’s good to note that weekly costs include:
· 24-hours nursing and residential care
· Laundry service
· Daily housekeeping
· All meals, snacks and refreshments
· Daily activities and events
· All energy and living costs
· WIFI
There may be additional costs if you opt for supplementary services such as hairdresser and beauty visits, daily newspaper deliveries, and holistic therapies.
Respite Care available at the following Renaissance Care Homes...
Golf Course Road, Rosemount,
Blairgowrie PH10 6LJ
Telephone: 01250 877980
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
1/5 Fonthill Road,
Aberdeen AB11 6UD
Telephone: 01224 212 140
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
98 Old Mill Road, Uddingston,
Glasgow G71 7JB
Telephone: 01698 814466
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
8 Chalmers Crescent,
Edinburgh EH9 1TR
Telephone: 0131 651 0930
- Residential Care
- Palliative Care
- Respite Care
Jesmond Drive, Bridge of Don,
Aberdeen AB22 8UR
Telephone: 01224 701820
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
10 Kingsmills Park,
Inverness IV2 3RE
Telephone: 01463 240555
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
205-207, Ferry Road, Edinburgh,
Midlothian, EH6 4NN
Telephone: 0131 555 0780
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
Turnberry,
Girvan KA26 9PB
Telephone: 01655 331457
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
205-207, Ferry Road, Edinburgh,
Midlothian EH6 4NN
Telephone: 0131 555 0780
- Residential Care
- Palliative Care
- Respite Care
Mannachie Road, Forres,
Moray IV36 2JT
Telephone: 01309 676307
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
58, Duddingston Road,
Edinburgh EH15 1SG
Telephone: 0131 669 8551
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
Mugiemoss Road, Bucksburn,
Aberdeenshire AB21 9XU
Telephone: 01224 685800
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
5 Riverside Terrace,
Aberdeen AB10 7JD9
Telephone: 01224 211707
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
261 New Edinburgh Road,
Uddingston, Glasgow G71 6LL
Telephone: 01698 816161
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
36 Balnagask Road, Torry,
Aberdeen AB11 8HR
Telephone: 01224 890600
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
24 Stewarton Road, Thornliebank,
Glasgow G46 7UZ
Telephone: 0141 621 0811
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
9 Harbour Street,
Peterhead AB42 1DJ
Telephone: 01779 471522
- Alzheimers & Dementia
- Nursing Care
- Residential Care
- Respite Care
Updated 21st February 2023