Respite Care

Whether you care for a loved one or need a break yourself, we know that sometimes everyone needs a little time out. At The Porterbrook you can truly relax in knowing that a safe, welcoming environment awaits.

Here at The Porterbrook Care Home, we provide 24/7 around-the-clock care while residents stay with us for respite care until they are ready to resume their normal lives, a minimum 3-week length of stay applies. Our skilled and dedicated team are loyal, caring and will do all that they can to make residents and their loved ones feel comfortable, safe and at home with us.

Personalised Respite Care For Residents & Loved Ones

Respite Care is ideal for those looking for convalescence, either after an illness, or perhaps following a hospital stay. Here at The Porterbrook Care Home, we are also able to arrange trial stays, offering the chance to see if our home is the right choice. We are happy to work our Respite Care service around residents’ life and care plan, personalising the care plan entirely to residents and their loved ones needs. We have invested heavily in both our team training and access to equipment in order to provide first-class standards of healthcare.

You Matter to us at The Porterbrook Care Home

Our ethos is to assist residents in living the highest quality of life each and every day; free from the stresses of managing a household or day-to-day worries, our residents enjoy the benefits of being taken care of by experienced staff who take care of all health concerns, and group living, surrounded with like-minded individuals. In addition to enhanced wellbeing and an active social life, residents often enjoy increased confidence and independence; with a varied activities and entertainment programme, in addition to regular outings and events, every day can be enjoyed to the fullest.

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What You’ll Find at The Porterbrook

The Porterbrook Care Home has been designed with our residents in mind, prioritising optimal comfort, contentment, and a sense of home. We strongly believe that residents should have the freedom to shape their lives, and we are committed to supporting them in doing so.

Specialist Equipment

Bespoke Care Plans

Call Bell System

GP Access

Optician Access

Dentist Access

Physiotherapist Access

Chiropodist Access

Respite Care FAQs

Short-term respite care at The Porterbrook Care Home is open to all individuals requiring support on a temporary basis. This service allows for recovery and assistance with daily tasks, providing caregivers with a break from their responsibilities. Furthermore, individuals seeking full-time care can utilise our respite care as a 4-week trial period to determine whether our home is suitable for long-term needs.

Residents at The Porterbrook Care Home, regardless of the duration of their stay, receive consistent levels of care and services. During their time here, they can enjoy the comfort of their own private bedroom, regular meals and refreshments, participation in a range of activities and entertainment, access to our in-house facilities, and support with daily tasks. Additionally, nursing care may be provided based on the specific needs of each resident.

The length of time for respite care varies depending on the unique needs of each individual and the availability of respite care beds at The Porterbrook Care Home. We also have a minimum stay requirement in place to ensure that residents can settle in comfortably and make the most of our support services. For more detailed information, please feel free to get in touch with our team for further information.

Premium Care for You

At The Porterbrook Care Home in Sheffield, residents and loved ones can rest assured that our team is committed to providing expert advice and support every step of the way. It is a priority to us that we always provide a homelike environment, as well as first-class care, support, and facilities.

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