Short stay away from home for the person you care for

A short break away from home can often be arranged on a temporary basis. This is sometimes known as respite care and it can provide a welcome change for the person being cared for as well as giving the carer a much needed break.


residential homes

A residential home is a place where a number of people live together, looked after by care staff that are available 24 hours a day.

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nursing homes

A nursing home is a place where a number of people who need nursing care because of either illness or disability live together, looked after by trained nursing staff.

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short breaks for people with learning disabilities

There are properties in the Stockport area with facilities to enable people with a learning disability to enjoy a short break.

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adult placements

Short or long term adult placements are available for people with learning disabilities living in the Stockport area.

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