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Take a Break
It’s really important to look after your wellbeing, and sometimes you might need some respite to ensure that you don’t burn out.
Day Centres are a good way for you to get a break and for your loved one with dementia to get some social interaction and participate in activities. Or, if you need a longer break, many care homes offer residential respite.
Day Respite
Providers offer full day and/or half day options, and some offer transport too. Below are a list of Day Centres and Care Homes that provide day respite services. Just click on the one you want to find out more about and it will take you to their website.
Hampshire County Council 'Take a Break' scheme
If you are a Hampshire County Council resident, then you may be entitled to their ‘Take a Break’ respite scheme, which gives you 3 hours per week respite. Click here to find out more https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/adultsocialcare/respite-break or call us on 0344 324 6589.
Residential Respite
If you need a longer break or you want to take a holiday, many care homes offer residential respite. Usually it’s for a minimum of one or two weeks at a time. Check with your local care home if they offer residential respite or give us a call on 0344 324 6589 and we can help you find somewhere near to where you live.
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