Time out or a short break

We know that caring for someone else can sometimes be hard. Sometimes just having a short break from your day to day responsibilities can be all that is needed to help you continue to care for your relative, neighbour or friend.


time out or a short break for you as a carer

A short break, anything from just a few hours to a few weeks, can provide a break from the pressures of caring.

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holidays with the person you care for, or for people with disabilities

If you are looking for a holiday, there are a number of organisations that can help you to make the right holiday choices for you and the person you care for.

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short stay away from home for the person you care for

A short break away from home in a residential setting, sometimes known as respite care, can often provide a welcome and much needed break.

Short stay away from home for the person you care for