With the arrival of the new year, comes the desire to plan ahead for warmer days and trips away. Whilst the idea of a summer holiday is something to look forward to, how does this work if you or those you love will need expert care and support factored into their all-inclusive package holiday?
Short-term respite breaks in a residential care home can be a great option for combining a change of scene with the reassurance of expert, tailored care. Traditionally though, respite breaks can only be booked a few days or weeks in advance, to account for any changes to individual care needs in the interim. With bookings only able to be made at the last minute, attempting to plan time away – especially if this is to coincide with pre-booked holidays for family carers – can be challenging and frustrating.
Thankfully, there is an alternative. Somerset Care’s new book-ahead respite care solution allows you to pre-book your break months in advance, with just a small deposit to reserve your room and support package at your chosen care home.
This means that you are free to choose and book your respite break with confidence; booking in advance to align with family member plans, and making sure everyone has a break to look forward to. As your choice of care home isn’t restricted to last-minute availability, you will also have the maximum range of suitable options available to you, from across Somerset Care’s 22 care homes in Somerset and Devon.
Your break is reserved for you at a time of your choosing, with a care assessment carried out to confirm that your chosen care home can provide the support you need. We will reaffirm your requirements nearer to your booked break, to ensure everything is in place for you to stay safe and enjoy your time away.
Even if your care needs increase, you can relax in the knowledge that, with expert care teams able to provide everything from light help with washing, dressing and daily tasks, right through to hospital-standard, round-the-clock nursing care, Somerset Care is well-positioned to meet your changing needs and support you with the short-term respite care you need.
A book-ahead respite break enables you to plan ahead and look forward to your time away, safe in the knowledge that your break will include expert care tailored to your needs at the time of your stay.
For some people, short-term respite breaks provide a well-deserved break for themselves and their carers; for others, it provides an opportunity to experience care home life before making longer-term decisions.
Whenever you choose to stay, and whether you stay for a week or longer, you and your loved ones can now plan ahead with confidence.
Somerset Care’s day care and respite services support you to live independently at home, for as long as possible. For information and advice, please visit www.somersetcare.co.uk/respite, or contact our expert enquiries team on 0800 817 4925.
