Respite care
In-home respite care provides temporary relief by having a trained caregiver come to your home to care for your loved one. This service allows you to take a break and recharge, knowing that the person you care for is receiving professional support in a familiar environment. This can be for numerous care types, including assisted living, residential care, types of dementia care and nursing care.
At Graceden Healthcare Services, we regularly provide respite care for people in varying circumstances and be regulated by CQC. Some of the most common instances where people need respite care are:
Visiting care can provide you with dignified and discreet support for personal routines such as bathing, toileting and getting dressed
Your carer can prepare tasty and nutritious meals, snacks and drinks at the times that suit you, as well as doing the washing up afterwards
If you’re struggling to stay on top of the housework, this is something your visiting carer can help with – from doing the laundry to vacuuming the stairs
All of our carers are trained to provide dedicated medication support, incluidng helping you to organise and administer it
A visiting carer can run errands on your behalf, such as doing the weekly shop, sorting your mail or collecting your prescription
From helping you get out of bed to accompanying you on day trips, our carers are all fully trained to support you in making the most of life
A respite carer’s primary aim is to ensure you continue getting the support you need so that you can maintain your independence at home. At Graceden Healthcare Services, every single one of our compassionate carers has received our industry-leading training, which means they can provide seamless home care at a moment’s notice.
Respite care is short-term support that gives your regular carer a break from their responsibilities, or offers you care when you unexpectedly require it
Overnight care provides you with continuous support through the night, when many of us are at our most vulnerable or unsteady
With nursing care, you’ll receive expert care from our nurse-led team who can provide support for a wide range of conditions and requirements
We’re specialists indementia care, and every carer is trained to support people living with different types of dementia
With personal care, your carer will be there to support your well-being through discreet support with your hygiene and your daily routines
Elderly care is dedicated support that is tailored more specifically towards the particular needs and challenges faced by older people at home
I was worried about leaving my husband with a stranger. Once we met our carer those worries were soon gone. The carer was brilliant and very knowledgeable, which put me at ease in going away.
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From the moment you call our friendly customer support team, we’ll make it our priority to ensure you get the respite support you need as quickly as possible, for a minimum seven-day periods.
Having respite care at home means you can receive continuous, convenient support in the place you love the most.
At Graceden Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that home is the best place to receive the care that you need. We’ve been specialising in compassionate, person-centred home care since 1989, so it’s safe to say we’re experts when it comes to providing meaningful support that truly makes a difference. Here are just some of the many benefits of respite care at home:
As a private care provider rather than an agency, we employ, train and look after all our carers and can guarantee they’re fully background checked
Every new Graceden Healthcare Services carer is enrolled on our industry-renowned training programme, equipping them to provide visiting care to people of all needs
We were founded as a family-led business, and a strong family focus remains at the heart of our identity as a care provider
We’re regulated by the CQC, and we’re also members of the Dementia Action Alliance, giving you total peace of mind
We’ve got over 150 branches across England and Wales and we’re still growing, which means your local Graceden Healthcare Services team is never too far away
We believe that it takes a special type of person to be a truly exceptional carer, which is why we only hire the most empathetic, dedicated candidates
Our respite care prices will vary depending on your personal needs and location, but we’ll always make sure your costs are fully transparent and easy to understand.
Need emergency care? We can provide you with a respite carer within 24 hours.
At Graceden Healthcare Services , we’ve got over 30 years’ experience in providing people with urgent support at the times they need it most.
If you find yourself requiring immediate care at home, we’re here to help you out. Your local care team will generally be able to send one of our wonderful carers to you at home within 24 hours of your call, ensuring minimal disruption to your routines. What’s more, we won’t cut any corners – you’ll still receive the same exceptional support that our customers have come to expect from Graceden Healthcare Services.
on living the independent life they want to lead – no matter how straightforward or complex your needs might be. Here are just some of the instances in which you might consider visiting care:
Respite care provides your main carer with a temporary break while ensuring your care needs are met. We offer respite care on both a visiting and live-in basis; you can find out more about each type below.
Our hourly rate for visiting care starts at £31.00 per hour. This rate may vary depending on your geographical location.
Whilst most customers opt for care by the hour, you are able to opt for a different length of care visit depending on your needs.
After an initial free home visit from your local care expert, each care visit will come with a £4.50 fee to cover our carers’ travel costs.
Graceden Healthcare Services s provided cover while I was away. I felt reassured that all was well in my absence, and on my return Mum looked happy and the house had been cleaned and tidied for me.
At Graceden Healthcare Services, we know that a brilliant carer can make all the difference to your life.
With Graceden Healthcare Services, you can be assured of receiving support from the very best carers available. We’re extremely selective about who we recruit to our local care teams – we’ll only ever hire candidates who possess naturally kind and empathetic personalities, and who share our commitment to providing first-rate care day in, day out.
All of our carers undergo extensive background checks before joining us, as well as receiving comprehensive, that equips them to provide a wide range of respite care services to people with varying needs and preferences.
With a team of registered nurses who have worked within the NHS, we can offer specialist support for people living with types of dementia, as well as care in the home for those with Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis or facing challenges after a stroke, to name a few.
We try to make arranging care simple and stress-free so that we can focus on what really matters: your care needs. Speak to our team today to begin your journey.
Call our team of experts to talk through your options and any questions you may have
Your local Graceden Healthcare Services manager will visit you to discuss your care requirements and preferences
We’ll help to match you with a carer who meets your requirements and has the right skills and experience
Here at Graceden Healthcare Services , our visiting care service is fully managed and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
From your very first phone call to our friendly team, every aspect of your home care service is independently monitored and regulated by the CQC.
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CQC overall rating
Good
16 August 2018
Our service is independently monitored and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Regulation provides you with peace of mind that your care provider is accountable for their service
Our regulation means that we’ll provide you with high quality care, no matter what
Respite care is a temporary package of care available immediately when you need it. Whether it is planned or unplanned, our carers are able to support you with household duties, companionship and personal care.
Carers’ breaks are required when a regular carer takes a break from caring, allowing them to relax and take time for themselves. Here, a professional carer will take over your regular duties, giving you piece of mind that your loved one is being well looked after.
If you think you could benefit from respite care, please get in touch with a member of our team who will be happy to assist you in arranging respite care; whether it is for yourself, a family member or to take a break.
A visiting carer can help you with a number of tasks including; housekeeping, nursing care, personal care, companionship and much more.
