Respite Care at Home in Worthing
A well-earned break for you.
Familiar care at home.
Time to step away with confidence.
Whether you need a few hours to rest, attend an appointment, spend time with family or take a longer break, our Care Givers can step in and follow the agreed routine at home.
What respite care really means
You step away for a while. We step into the routine.
Respite care gives you genuine time away from your caring responsibilities. During that time, an Aurora Care Giver provides the support agreed in the care plan, helping the person remain comfortable and continue their familiar routine at home.
A few hours to yourself
Rest, see friends, attend an appointment or simply spend time without being the person on duty.
Time for work and family
Take care of other responsibilities knowing planned support is in place at home.
A day or evening out
Attend an event, enjoy a meal or spend meaningful time with other people in your life.
Overnight or longer cover
Depending on assessed needs and availability, respite may include overnight support or a planned package of visits while you are away.
The break is yours to use
You do not need a special reason to take a break
You might need sleep, an afternoon with friends, uninterrupted time with your partner or simply a few quiet hours. Respite does not need to be saved for a crisis.
Taking a break does not mean you care any less. It gives you space for your own health, relationships and everyday life.
- 01 Rest or catch up on sleep
- 02 Attend your own appointments
- 03 Spend time with children, grandchildren or friends
- 04 Go shopping without rushing
- 05 Exercise or return to a hobby
- 06 Attend a wedding or family event
- 07 Take a day trip
- 08 Plan a weekend or holiday
- 09 Have a few hours without being the person on duty
Familiar care while you are away
Their day stays familiar, even when you are not there
The respite plan follows the person’s usual routines, preferences and assessed support needs. It is built around their usual day rather than asking them to fit into a standard routine.
Company and reassurance
Conversation, hobbies, walks, outings or quiet time together, shaped around what the person enjoys.
Meals and everyday routines
Preparing food and drinks, keeping familiar timings and supporting the ordinary rhythm of the day.
Personal and medication support
Agreed personal care, continence care, mobility support and medication assistance provided by trained Care Givers.
Dementia-aware support
Patient communication, familiar routines and thoughtful support based on what helps the person feel comfortable.
Helping everyone feel comfortable
A break feels easier when everyone knows the plan
Guilt, worry or someone feeling uneasy about accepting new support can make it difficult to step away. We take time to learn the routine and help the person become familiar with their Care Givers.
Once the plan and arrangements are in place, you can leave the house and use the time as you choose. That is exactly what respite care is there for.
Talk to our local teamTypes of respite visits
Regular time or planned cover when you need it
The arrangement is built around the person’s assessed needs, their familiar routine and the time you need away. Availability is confirmed before care begins.
Regular weekly respite
A dependable period each week that gives the family carer predictable time of their own.
Daytime or evening respite
Occasional cover for appointments, events, rest or time with other family members.
Overnight respite
Sleeping-night or waking-night support where the person’s needs have been assessed and the arrangement agreed.
Planned extended cover
A planned package of visits while the family carer is away, subject to care needs and staffing availability.
Who respite may help
For anyone who loves the person they care for — and needs time
You do not need to be exhausted, unwell or close to crisis before asking for help. Regular breaks can reduce some of the pressure of caring and make the arrangement feel more sustainable.
Respite can begin as a small, regular visit and change as the person’s needs or your own circumstances change.
- A husband or wife providing daily care
- An adult child supporting a parent
- A family member balancing caring and employment
- Someone whose sleep is regularly interrupted
- A carer who has put off their own appointments
- A family sharing care between several people
- Someone preparing for a holiday or family event
- A carer who needs predictable time every week
Respite alongside other care
The support follows what the person needs
Respite can combine company and practical help with more hands-on support, all agreed before you take your break.
Companionship
Meaningful company, shared interests and outings while the family carer takes time away.
Learn morePersonal care
Respectful support with washing, dressing, continence and other established personal routines.
Learn moreDementia care
Patient, familiar support for someone living with dementia, shaped around identity, abilities and routine.
Learn moreOvernight care
An agreed sleeping-night or waking-night arrangement when support is needed through the night.
Learn moreLocal respite care
Across Worthing and nearby West Sussex communities
Our local team provides respite and wider home care across the Sussex coast. If your area is not shown, please call, as we may still be able to help.
Getting started
Your first break can begin gently
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Tell us about the routine
Share the support you normally provide and what needs to continue while you step away.
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Meet and plan
We assess needs, routines, preferences and risks, then agree the Care Giver’s role.
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Start gently
Where helpful, care begins with shorter introductory visits before a longer period of respite.
Frequently asked questions
Respite care, explained clearly
Taking a break can feel like a big step. Our local team will talk through the person’s care and your plans without pressure.
Ask us a questionWhat is respite care at home?
Respite care gives a family carer genuine time away from their caring responsibilities. During that time, an Aurora Care Giver provides the support agreed in the care plan so the person can remain at home and continue their familiar routine.
Is respite care for the family carer or the person receiving care?
It supports both. The family carer receives a genuine break, while the person receiving care has familiar, respectful support based on their needs, preferences and routine.
What can I do while the Care Giver is there?
The time is yours. You might rest, work, attend an appointment, see friends, exercise, spend time with family, go to an event or simply enjoy a few quiet hours without being the person on duty.
Can I leave the house during a respite visit?
Yes. Once the assessment, care plan, access arrangements and introductions are in place, you can leave and use the time as you choose. That is exactly what respite care is there for.
How long can respite care last?
Respite can range from a regular visit of a few hours to daytime support, evening care, an agreed overnight arrangement or a planned package of visits. The right arrangement depends on the person’s needs and Aurora’s availability.
Can respite care be arranged every week?
Regular weekly respite can often be arranged, subject to assessment and local availability. A regular visit can give the family carer predictable time to rest, manage other responsibilities or continue an activity that matters to them.
Can you provide evening or overnight respite?
Evening or overnight respite may be available where the person’s needs have been assessed and suitable staffing is available. Overnight support may be provided as a sleeping-night or waking-night service, depending on the support required.
Can respite include personal care and medication support?
Yes. Respite can include agreed personal care, continence care, meals, mobility support and medication assistance when these needs have been assessed and recorded in the care plan.
Can you support someone living with dementia?
Yes. We plan dementia respite around the person’s communication, routines, abilities, interests and known sources of reassurance. Introductory visits can help the person become familiar with their Care Givers.
Will we meet the Care Giver before the first respite visit?
We aim to introduce a Care Giver before a longer respite visit, particularly when someone is unused to accepting care or lives with dementia. The exact introduction plan is agreed with the family.
Can relatives receive updates while they are away?
Yes. We agree what updates would be helpful and how they should be shared, while respecting the person’s consent, privacy and any lawful decision-making arrangements.
Can respite care be arranged at short notice?
Where we already understand the person’s care needs and have suitable capacity, we may be able to help with additional or unexpected cover. Please contact us as early as possible so we can confirm what is safe and practical.
Where is respite care available?
Our local team supports families across Worthing, Goring-by-Sea, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing, Steyning, Littlehampton, Rustington and nearby West Sussex communities.
Your break can start here
You take the time. We follow the routine.
Arrange a free, no-obligation respite care consultation with Aurora Community Care.