Respite Care

Our respite care home in West Dunbartonshire offers a safe, friendly environment where your loved one can receive high-quality care, whether it’s to give family carers a short break or to support someone’s recovery after an operation.

Our short-term respite care offers personalised support, from assistance with daily tasks to comfortable spaces for rest and healing. Kingsacre Care Home’s compassionate team tailors each stay to individual needs. We also offer respite options for family caregivers that include enriching social activities and around-the-clock support.

What is Respite Care?

Respite care is a form of short-term care offered in care homes, usually for a minimum of 3 weeks. There are many reasons as to why someone might turn to a care home for respite care. This type of care has many benefits, from giving carers the opportunity to take some personal time, to assisting those who may be recovering from an injury or illness in hospital.

A respite stay can last from a few weeks to several months, this will be dependant on a person’s individual needs. Respite care can also be used for prospective residents to experience a trial stay at a care home to discover if is the right choice for them long-term.

How Can Respite Care Help You?

At Kingsacre Care Home, we know the importance of taking some time out every now and then and really focusing on your health and overall well-being. Whether you’re a carer yourself or a resident in need of temporary support, our respite care is an invaluable solution for those who need short-term care or just that little extra support on their journey to recovery.

Residents receiving respite have access to all the same services, outings, and activities as long-term residents to ensure everyone feels included during their time at Kingsacre.

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What You’ll Find at Kingsacre

Our dedication to providing comfort, convenience, and tailored support to our residents is reflected in the thoughtful design of our care home, featuring a diverse range of amenities and services.

Nurse Call Systems

Individualised Digital Care Plans

Profiling Beds

Access to a GP

Access to an Optician

Access to a Dentist

Access to a Physiotherapist

Access to a Chiropodist

Respite Care FAQs

Respite care at Kingsacre Care Home is available to older adults who need care on a short-term basis. If you or a loved one requires full-time care, respite care can also be used to trial our home for 4 weeks to see if it’s the right solution for someone.

Our care services are available to all of our residents, no matter their length of stay. During a resident’s stay, the person can expect their own bedroom, meals, activities and entertainment, access to our in-house facilities, and support with activities of daily living. Depending on the care needs of the individual, nursing care may also be offered.

The length of stay for respite care varies depending on the individual’s needs and the availability of respite care beds. At Kingsacre Care Home, a minimum length of stay of 3 weeks is required to allow residents to feel settled and get the most out of our service – for further information please get in contact with our team.

Exceptional Care Customised To Your Specific Needs

Our care home in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, is dedicated to providing care services. Our philosophy revolves around ensuring that each resident receives high-quality care. They also have the opportunity to engage in their hobbies, explore their interests, and build new friendships.

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