Hourly, daily or overnight
Cover for a few hours, a full day, a night or longer while you are away.
A break for you, the same care for them.
Short-term relief for family caregivers, so you can rest, work or travel knowing your loved one is safe and well looked after at home.
Respite care at a glance
Cover when you need it.
- Trained, background-checked caregivers
- Care plan and quote in writing
- Care available 24/7
What’s included
Care that picks up where you left off.
We learn your loved one’s routine before your break, so their days carry on as normal.
Usual routines kept
Meals, medicines, activities and bedtime, just the way they are used to.
Personal care
Respectful help with bathing, dressing and moving around.
Companionship
Good company, conversation and the things they enjoy doing.
Updates while you’re away
Regular updates, so you can relax and know how things are going.
Easy handover
A clear handover when you return, so nothing is missed.
Is it right for you?
Respite care can help if you:
- Are the main caregiver for a parent or partner
- Need time to rest, see friends or look after your own health
- Have a vacation, work trip or family event coming up
- Are feeling worn out or close to burnout
- Want to try home care before committing to more
Our approach
How we make respite easy.
- 01 We learn the routineBefore your break, we talk through routines, likes and dislikes, and write them into a care plan.
- 02 Same faces each timeIf you book respite regularly, we keep the same small team so your loved one knows them.
- 03 You stay in touchUpdates while you are away, and a clear handover when you return.
How it works
Getting care started is simple.
From your first call to the first visit usually takes a few days. Nothing is agreed until you are happy with the plan.
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Free call
A friendly chat about who needs care and what would help most.
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Home assessment
We visit at a time that suits you and agree a care plan in writing.
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Caregiver matching
We match caregivers to their needs, routine and personality.
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Care begins
Care starts, and we check in regularly to make sure it is working.
Related services
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Care that works well together.
FAQs
Respite care questions.
More answers on our FAQs page and in our guide to caregiver burnout and taking a break, or call us on +1 (412) 779-3369.
How much notice do you need?
The more notice the better, so we can plan the right caregiver. If you need cover at short notice, call us and we will do our best to help.
Can we book respite care regularly?
Yes. Many families book a regular break, such as one day a week or one weekend a month. It can be part of your care plan.
Can respite care include dementia care?
Yes. If your loved one is living with dementia, we will match a caregiver experienced in dementia care.
Free home assessment
Ready to plan your break?
Book a free home assessment and get a written care plan and quote. No cost and no obligation.