Respite Care

MyLife Respite Care

We understand that sometimes everyone needs a break, and this benefits both you and your loved ones.

Taking a short or longer term respite break is also important for preserving relationships. For many families, becoming a carer for a parent or spouse can change the dynamics of the relationship. The person providing care may feel tired or burnt out, while the person receiving care may feel like a burden due to how tired their carer seems. Therefore, it’s crucial that everyone in this situation gets to take a regular break.

For you, you may wish to simply have a change of environment or arrangement, to tend to your care and support needs.

During any break, a MyLife Care Assistant can cover all caring responsibilities. We’ll always do our best to accommodate your needs subject to our availability. Whether you need regular breaks, occasional support, a short holiday, or live-in care; we’re here for you.

The benefits of using MyLife Respite Care

Short and long-term breaks can be planned for
Flexibility to do the things you want to do, for example taking a holiday, accompanied by a trained individual who will tend to your care needs in a different environment
Emergency cover can often be arranged, subject to availability
Flexibility for your family to take a break, assured in the knowledge that someone well-trained will nurture and care for their loved one in their absence
Personalised care plans tailored to meet individual needs and preferences
We provide professional and compassionate Care Assistants who are experienced in providing high-quality care
You will have peace of mind knowing that your loved one is in safe and capable hands
Support for daily activities and personal care, ensuring continuity of care
Enhanced well-being for both the main carer and the person receiving care, promoting a balanced and healthy relationship

Why Choose Respite Care?

Choosing respite care is an essential decision for many families, as it provides much-needed relief and support for main carers. Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and challenging, often leading to physical and emotional exhaustion. Respite care offers the main carer the opportunity to take a break, recharge, and attend to their own well-being, knowing that their loved one is in capable and compassionate hands. This temporary relief can help prevent burnout, allowing main carers to return to their caring duties with renewed energy and a positive outlook.

Respite care benefits the individual receiving care by introducing them to new social interactions and experiences. It can be a refreshing change of pace, offering them the chance to engage with different carers and participate in various activities. This can enhance their overall well-being and provide a sense of normality and enjoyment.

Additionally, respite care ensures that the person needing care continues to receive high-quality assistance, maintaining their routine and addressing their specific needs. By choosing respite care, you can preserve the quality of your relationships and ensure that both you and your loved one are well-supported and cared for.

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Care stories

Found My Life purely by searching online. My mother was being discharged from hospital and I needed reliable support for her. The business manager was very helpful and saw her in hospital. All the staff have been great really can't fault them. I'd recommend them 100%.

H.R. (Client / Service User)

Excellent communication from management meet and greet. Carer perfect, lovely lady, very caring, knows the needs of the client. Has common sense. Regular communication by letter from providers. Easy to deal with.

M. C. (Client / Service User)

I am very pleased with the service MyLife provides. The staff, including the office staff, are very friendly and cheerful.

H. S. (Wife of Client / Service User)

I have been using MyLife Homecare for about five months to help with care for my elderly parents, both with dementia and have always been impressed with the friendly care given by the lovely carers and also all the staff in the office who have answered my queries promptly and efficiently. My mother, in particular, can be difficult with her dementia, and the carers proved to be so patient and caring with her. I would recommend MyLife to anyone seeking help with any loved one.

C. M. (Daughter of Client / Service User)

I was very impressed with the patience and perseverance shown by the care staff who tried repeatedly to gain the trust of my aunt who has dementia. Despite her hostility the staff kept trying to provide support. Excellent support was also provided by management.

G. F. (Niece of Client / Service User)

We needed a care package quickly and were impressed at the speed at which the details were arranged. The carers were punctual, polite and patient. They assisted my husband to recover his confidence and independence. We required the care for a short time only and were more than satisfied with the provider.

A. M. (Wife of Client / Service User)