Respite care in Preston
Outstanding respite care for older people in Preston and surrounding areas
It is vitally important for carers to be able to take a well earned break. At Carefound Home Care, we understand this and provide adaptable respite care services designed to meet your requirements. Our services start from as little as one hour per week and can be provided up to 24 hour live-in care.
Managed by our local branch in Wilmslow, our care professionals provide outstanding respite care services in Preston and the surrounding areas. Our respite care services are delivered at your home, allowing you to maintain your independence and your home comforts.
From managing your medication or supporting your daily routine to providing care for a complex medical condition like dementia, our carers can help! If you or a loved one need extra support in Preston and the surrounding areas, get in touch with Carefound Home Care.
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Why choose Carefound Home Care?
We’ve been providing highly personalised home care to older people for many years. Our care is focused on helping our clients enjoy a better quality of life at home, whilst improving their health and well-being outcomes.
Rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC
Our local branch is rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in all areas, ensuring families receive the best care service available.
Local to you
Your care is managed by our local branch in Wilmslow ensuring we are able to maintain exceptional levels of support, 24/7. We also recruit our carers locally.
Continuity of care
Unlike an agency, we employ, train and support our professional carers who we match to you. This enables us to give you much better continuity and consistency.
Expertly trained carers
Our carers undergo an extensive recruitment process and complete our leading training programme which includes supporting specialist health conditions.
A fully managed service
We visit and contact our clients and carers regularly, and constantly monitor your care. We also invest in training, supervising, developing and supporting our carers.
Improved health outcomes
We have a proven track record of improving health outcomes including reducing falls, managing signs of deterioration and lowering the risk of hospital admissions.
Begin your home care journey with us
Contact our friendly local team to talk about your home care needs.
What’s included in respite care in Preston?
Respite care can be provided as hourly home care or 24-hour live-in care in Preston, depending on the extent of support you require. Your respite care professional has received market-leading training, meaning they can help you with anything your loved one or main carer would normally do, including supporting you with emergency care or with specialist care after surgery.
Companionship
Company and companionship from a carer matched to your needs.
Personal care
Such as help with dressing, personal cleanliness, lavatory needs and grooming.
Medication help
Our carers are trained in supporting you with managing and administering your medications.
Staying active
We can work with health professionals to ensure your mobility needs are met.
Shopping for food and essentials
Help with shopping whether it involves popping out to the shops or arranging an online delivery.
Light housekeeping
Household chores such as washing and ironing, cleaning rooms or vacuuming.
Meal preparation and nutrition
Helping you plan and prepare nutritious meals to meet your dietary needs.
Social activities and connecting
Your carer can support you to continue to socialise and keep close to family and friends.
Transportation and errands
Helping you get out and about, going out on trips or running errands.
Hobbies and interests
Supporting you to enjoy hobbies and interests, inside and outside of your home.
Specialist care
Monitoring your health and well-being and supporting you with complex conditions.
Who does respite care in Preston benefit?
Respite care can be a great option for somebody who requires short-term care, maybe to provide cover for a main carer or if you just need temporary support at home. By choosing respite care, families can have the peace of mind that their loved one is being taken care of, whilst they take a break or need extra support after a hospital stay, illness or injury.
Respite care can be beneficial to older people in many scenarios:
- If you or a main carer are going on holiday and you wish to arrange care for your loved one during this time
- If somebody is going away themselves and would like the support of a care professional whilst they are on holiday
- You may be attending a family event like a wedding and would like the help of a care professional whilst you are there
- You have been in hospital and require short-term support to get back home and recover
- You have become unwell and need some extra support to get back on your feet
How much does respite care cost in Preston?
Respite care costs will depend on the level of short-term care you require. We pride ourselves on providing a clear, upfront pricing structure, so you can plan properly and there are no surprises for you along the way.
Hourly respite care costs
Hourly respite care can include anything from a 1 hour care visit through to longer visits or overnight care. Costs vary by location, and your care package will be tailored to your needs.
From £36.50 per hour
Benefits include:
- Visits from 1 hour a week depending on your needs
- Remain in your own home
- Care based around companionship and continuity
- Flexible care plan designed around you
- Care for any level of need
- Care for specialist conditions
- Sleepover or waking night care
Live-in respite care costs
Live-in respite care can be booked for a minimum of a week and provides you with round-the-clock support at home from a professional live-in carer.
From £1,750 per week
Benefits include:
- 24 hour care from a carer matched to you
- Remain in your own home
- Weekly support visits to ensure care working well
- Personalised care plan designed around you
- Care for any level of need
- Care for specialist conditions
- Locally managed 24/7 by our local branch
Meet our Preston respite care team
Our local team is lead by our Registered Branch Manager, Hayley, who has extensive experience in the elderly home care sector and leads a committed and highly skilled team of professionals who are all dedicated to helping our clients live with well-being at home.
Hayley Gill
Registered Branch Manager
Gemma Thomson
Care Manager
Sarah Vickers
Recruitment & Community Manager
Amanda Burke
Senior Care Professional
Helen Mills
Senior Care Professional
Contact our local team
We try to make the process of arranging your care as easy and straightforward as possible. Contact our local team today to begin your home care journey.
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Outstanding by the CQC
