Self care for carers: respite care at home
Read our guide on self care for carers: respite care at home
Respite care at home serves as a crucial pillar of self-care for carers, providing them with essential opportunities for rest and rejuvenation. This form of care allows carers to take much-needed breaks from their caregiving responsibilities while ensuring their loved ones receive necessary support in the comfort of their own home. By entrusting professional caregivers to temporarily assume their duties, carers can dedicate time to prioritise their own physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Whether it’s a few hours or several days, respite care offers carers the chance to engage in activities they enjoy, reconnect with friends and family, or simply relax without the constant demands of caregiving. Ultimately, respite care at home is not only beneficial for carers’ overall health and longevity but also contributes to the quality of care provided to their loved ones by promoting a balanced and sustainable caregiving dynamic.
Diane WIlliams , Head of Quality & Standards
Before joining Home Instead, I built a comprehensive career in the social care sector, beginning in 1991 as a frontline care worker and advancing to senior leadership roles across both private and voluntary sector businesses.
Throughout my career, I have supported diverse care groups in a variety of settings, including community, residential, nursing, and secure environments. My experience spans working with older adults, including those living with dementia; individuals with physical disabilities and complex, long-term health needs; people with learning disabilities, including autism; individuals with enduring mental health challenges; individuals with current or past substance use and those with forensic backgrounds.
In 2002, I qualified as a social worker and have since maintained my professional registration with Social Work England.