Respite Care
What is Respite Care at Home?
Respite care at home is a form of support for family members who are caring for a loved one with a disability, chronic illness, or who needs help with daily living tasks. Our respite care services provide temporary relief and a break for the primary caregiver, allowing them to rest and recharge while still ensuring their loved one is in safe and compassionate hands.
What Does Respite Care at Home Include?
- Personal care and assistance with daily living tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Medication management and administration
- Meal preparation and nutrition support
- Companionship and socialisation activities
- Assistance with mobility and transfers
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Transportation and errand running
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Our Respite Care Service
Respite care is temporary, providing short-term support and relief to the primary caregiver. Permanent care, on the other hand, is ongoing support for individuals who require ongoing assistance with daily living tasks.
Respite care at home services can benefit both the primary caregiver and the individual being cared for. It provides a much-needed break for the caregiver and ensures the individual being cared for receives high-quality, compassionate care.
At Biston Healthcare, we take the screening of our respite care workers very seriously. All of our care workers undergo thorough background checks and have extensive training in elderly care and respite care.
Yes, our care workers and live-in carers are highly trained and experienced.
