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Respite Care

Respite Care at Alexander House in Exeter supports residents on a short-term basis and relieves a caregiver of the day-to-day duties and responsibilities that come with being a primary carer. Whatever the reason for requiring respite care, we provide comprehensive care that covers a wide variety of medical and wellbeing needs.

Alexander House Care Home takes great pride in ensuring all residents and their loved ones who use our respite care service feel comfortable, safe and happy during their stay.

Defining Respite Care

Respite care is ideal for anyone looking to cover primary care on a short-term basis. Whether an individual has experienced a fall, is recovering from an illness or a caregiver is looking for a short break from their daily duties, respite care is designed to relieve that pressure or worry as we become the temporary care provider. Typically lasting a few weeks, respite care breaks can be both planned or unplanned depending on circumstances. Respite care can also be utilised to experience life in a care home, before making the decision to move there permanently.

Respite Care at Alexander House

With a dedicated team of registered nurses, senior carers and healthcare assistants, Alexander House is fully equipped to deliver the finest possible around-the-clock care. Our person-centred approach to care allows us to care for our residents as a whole, providing a safe and supportive environment for all residents, no matter their length of stay. The respite care team at Alexander House is eager to help relieve caregivers’ responsibilities, one day at a time.

What You’ll Find at Alexander House

Alexander House Care Home has been thoughtfully created to ensure our residents’ wellbeing, fostering an environment of comfort, contentment, and a strong sense of belonging. Our residents are at the heart of our home, and we strive to empower our residents to live life their way.

Bespoke Care Plans

Profiling Beds

Specialist Equipment

Call Bell Systems

GP Visits

Optician Visits

Dentist Visits

Physiotherapist Visits

Respite Care FAQs

Any individual in need of temporary support is eligible for respite care at Alexander House Care Home. This service provides an opportunity for recovery and assistance with daily activities, giving caregivers the chance to take a break. Furthermore, individuals considering full-time care can benefit from a 4-week trial period to evaluate its suitability for long-term needs.

The provision of care and services remains consistent for all residents at Alexander House Care Home, regardless of the duration of their stay. During their time with us, residents can expect the comfort of their own private bedroom, access to meals and refreshments, engagement in various activities and entertainment, use of our in-house facilities, and assistance with daily tasks. Additionally, nursing care may be offered based on the specific needs of each resident.

At Alexander House Care Home, the length of a respite care stay is determined by the individual’s requirements and the availability of respite care beds. To ensure that residents have sufficient time to adjust and make the most of our services, we have established a minimum stay requirement. For additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team.

Providing Outstanding Levels of Care

Nothing is more important to us than our residents’ overall health. High-quality care is our number one priority here at our care home in Exeter and residents and loved ones can rest assured that we are here for them at all hours of the day. Our support takes place in a warm and safe environment with exceptional onsite facilities and innovative and specialised equipment for optimal results and comfort.

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