Also known as ‘short-term care’, respite care allows carers to take a break from their care duties with the peace-of-mind that comes with knowing their loved one is being looked after by health care professionals. It can also be beneficial to those discharged from hospital who may need some extra support while they decide on the best place to live in the longer term.

• Post-hospital: Needing extra care and support after a hospital stay before returning home.
• Recuperation: Requiring extra help after a fall or incident at home.
• Holidays: When caregivers or family members are going on holiday.
• Caregivers: When caregivers need time to recharge and want reassurance that their loved one will be cared for.
• Security: The need to feel secure in a friendly environment and refresh the mind and body.
• Trial stay: Seeking a permanent place to live and wanting to discover what life is like in a community.