Respite care at Porthaven Care Homes

Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with significant emotional and physical demands. Everyone deserves time to rest, recharge, or focus on other priorities, and that is where our respite care can help.

At Porthaven, we provide short-term support that gives carers a valuable break while ensuring their loved one continues to receive high-quality care in a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.

What is respite care?

Respite care is a short-term care option that supports families and caregivers by offering temporary relief, ranging from a week to several weeks. It provides your loved one with expert care, enriching activities, and a safe, welcoming environment, while giving carers the opportunity to rest or manage other commitments without worry.

At Porthaven, our respite care is built around individual needs, with the same standards of care, comfort, and attention that we provide for all of our residents.

Who is respite care suitable for?

Respite care is ideal for individuals who need temporary, short-term support while their usual carer takes a break. For example, it can be useful for those recovering from an illness or surgery, adjusting after a hospital stay, or exploring care home living before making a longer-term choice.

Types of respite care available at Porthaven care homes

We provide both planned and emergency respite care across all of our care homes, subject to availability. Whether support is arranged ahead of time or required unexpectedly, our team is ready to respond with flexible, tailored care that meets each individual’s needs.

Depending on your loved one’s needs, we offer a range of care types during respite stays:

• Nursing care: For people with ongoing health conditions who require regular clinical attention and support from qualified nurses.
• Residential care: For those who need help with everyday tasks such as dressing, personal hygiene, mobility, and medication.
• Dementia care: Specialist support in a secure, understanding environment from staff trained in dementia care.

Regardless of the duration of stay, every individual receives personalised support delivered with warmth, dignity, and professionalism.

What can I expect from respite care at a Porthaven care home?

When you choose one of our care homes for respite care, you can expect:

• A generously sized private bedroom with an en suite wetroom for comfort and convenience
• Peaceful gardens—perfect for quiet time outdoors or a stroll with visitors
• A range of communal living areas for relaxing, dining, and spending time with others
• A dedicated activities and wellbeing room, offering daily opportunities to stay engaged and active

While each of our care homes delivers exceptional care, the specific facilities and services available during a respite stay may vary. Get in touch with your preferred care home directly to discover exactly what is available and how they can tailor support to suit the needs of your loved one.

FAQs about respite care at a Porthaven care home

How long can respite care last?

Respite care stays at our care homes start from a minimum of one week, but the length of stay is flexible and can be tailored to your specific circumstances. Depending on what you’re looking for, our team will work with you to find an arrangement that fits your needs and requirements.

How do I arrange respite care?

Getting started with respite care at one of our Porthaven care homes is simple. Just reach out to your chosen care home and a friendly member of the team will guide you through the process.

We will take the time to understand your situation, answer your questions, and carry out a pre-admission assessment to ensure we can provide the right level of care from the very beginning.

Find out more about respite care at our Porthaven care homes

If you are considering respite care for a loved one, we would be delighted to help. Book a visit to your nearest Porthaven care home to explore the environment, meet the team, and see firsthand how we deliver personalised short-term care with warmth and professionalism.

Simply fill out our contact form to begin the conversation.