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Respite & Day Care
At Abbeywood House we are pleased to be able to offer exceptional respite care for those that need short-term support.
Respite care offers a break from the day-to-day care routine, with a change of scenery, the opportunity for socialisation and new experiences, while providing a seamless continuity of care.
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Short term respite care is also a great opportunity to trial what life in a care home is like, and is often the first step towards moving into permanent residency in a care home.
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Why Is Respite Care So Important?​
For Carers​​​
Caring for an elderly parent or loved one at home can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be physically and mentally exhausting. At times, caregivers need a short-term break to recharge and take a well-deserved rest from their daily responsibilities.​ Taking a short break can help you:​
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Rest and Recuperate
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Manage Your Own Life Commitments
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Prevent Social Isolation: Balancing caregiving and family duties can be overwhelming and isolating. A short break gives you the opportunity to reconnect with friends and other family members, reducing feelings of burnout and resentment.
For Those Receiving Respite Care:​​
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If you're the individual receiving the support, a respite care break could be hugely beneficial for you too. A short break can offer you:​
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A change of scenery
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A chance to socialise with like-minded people – It provides an opportunity to make new friends.
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A chance to refresh – it’s easy to feel uncomfortable or like a burden when you’re reliant on a family member or loved one for support. Meeting new people can help to alleviate these feelings and make you feel good.
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An experience of care home life – here, at Abbeywood House, many of our respite care residents have gone on to live with us permanently. A short-term stay gives the perfect taster of life within our care home.
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​​What does respite care include?
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If you are considering a short-term care home stay, you can expect to receive the same care and support as our permanent residents.
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We will carefully assess your needs and create a detailed care plan, allowing our team to provide tailored, personal care, which can include support such as dressing, bathing, and help with administering medication.
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You will have your own beautifully furnished bedroom, often with an en-suite bathroom. Our devoted staff will support you in every way, helping you to settle in and enjoy the companionship of others, take part in engaging activities, enjoy delicious home-cooked food, and even launder your clothes.
Transitioning From Respite Care To Full-Time Care
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Transitioning into full-time care is streamlined for those who find comfort in our respite care service. Staff familiarity with residents’ needs and preferences aids this process. Most residents with first-hand experience of life in a care home, find the decision to move into full-time care smooth and seamless.