Respite care comes in different forms and is intended to give some well-deserved rest to carers.
The responsibility for respite care falls mainly to local authorities.
There will need to be an assessment carried out to ascertain precise requirements and if all the criteria are met then you should normally become eligible.
Both the carer and the patient are often required at the assessment.
When placing a loved one into care it is important for the carer not to visit every day, possibly not at all for the first 3 days so that the patient can settle in and find some kind of structure in their temporary home, also if the carer visits too often then they themselves are not getting the respite they deserve.
Opt 3. If you are self funding then there is no need for you to go through the health and social care dept, just find the care facility that you wish to place your loved one in and contact them directly regarding their availability.
Different types of respite
- A stay in a care home
- A visit to a day centre
- A paid option of your choice as mentioned above.
Local authorities should have comprehensive information available to you.
NB For Wales and Northern Ireland please check with your own local authorities as conditions may vary.
For government help and support please click on the link below
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/help-dementia-care/replacement-care-respite-care-england
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