Respite care for the elderly

Being a carer for the elderly can be rewarding, as well as exhausting, and at times, you need to look after yourself too.

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What is respite care for the elderly?

A respite carer for the elderly can be a temporary live-in carer if needed, or they can offer visiting care. Typically, depending on your needs they can do the same tasks that the main carer usually undertakes such as:

Personal care (grooming, bathing, etc.)
Assisting with eating and drinking
Cooking
Companionship
Medication prompting
Clinical care such as catheter care, peg feeding, etc.
Housekeeping
Shopping
Mobility
Help with attending appointments

This is not an exhaustive list and you can arrange with the carer what assistance is needed. To learn more about live in care, read our guide.

How does respite care work?

Learn more about our approach to providing respite care at home.

Respite Care at Home Care Guides

View our Care Guides below

Respite care at home for elderly dementia patients

Many of our carers have experience in caring for those who are suffering from Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease and offer a professional, compassionate, service that really helps both the patient and the family.

Looking after an elderly loved one with dementia can be difficult and exhausting and engaging the services of a respite carer for the elderly can help alleviate the stress and strain on family members.

We can help ensure that the person being cared for is still receiving the best care possible while remaining in their own home. For more information on respite care for dementia patients, contact us on 0118 449 2373 or through our contact form.

Arranging a carer

Tel us what you need

Getting to know each other

Match your needs with a carer

Meet your live in carer

Start date and 2 week trial

Tel us what you need

Getting to know each other

Match your needs with a carer

Meet your live in carer

Start date and 2 week trial

Respite care at home costs

The cost of respite home care in the UK can vary depending on the needs of the person in need of care. In some circumstances, you can get funding for respite care.

Find a respite carer for the elderly

We will be happy to arrange a respite carer for you while your main carer is not available. All of our care team have been through a rigorous vetting and recruitment process to ensure they meet our high standards.

Expert matching to the most skilled, experienced and dedicated carers in the UK
Elderly care delivered on a one to one basis from the carer of your choice
Building a more direct and closer relationship with your carer
Get tailored care for you or a loved one
Better prices – unlike traditional care agencies, while you pay less, your carer will be paid more

A respite carer for the elderly can also ensure that normal routines are followed to ensure continuity of care. All of our carer professionals are highly experienced and skilled, and we take pride in thoughtfully matching people looking for respite care with carers that are expert at providing this.

If you are looking for a respite carer to help you or a loved one, contact us today.