Find Respite and Home Care Providers Across the UK
Welcome to Respite-Care.co.uk, the UK’s leading directory for respite care and home care services. We connect families with professional care providers nationwide, helping you find trusted organisations that meet your loved one’s needs. Whether you are looking for short-term respite care or ongoing home care support, our directory makes it easy to find the right provider near you.
Why Use Respite-Care.co.uk?
Caring for someone can be rewarding but demanding. Our directory helps you:
Discover respite care providers offering temporary relief for carers
Find home care services for daily personal support and companionship
Compare services, locations, and specialisms
Contact trusted providers directly for quotes or information
Types of Care You Can Find
We list a wide range of services to suit different needs, including:
In-home care: Personal care, companionship, medication support, and help with daily living
Short-term respite care: Temporary relief for carers, including overnight or day support
Day care services: Structured day programmes providing activities, social engagement, and supervision
Specialist care: Dementia care, disability support, palliative care, and other specialist services
Find Care Providers by County
Our directory covers care providers across all counties in the UK, making it easy to find services near you. Some of the counties included are:
England: Greater London, Surrey, Kent, Hampshire, West Sussex, East Sussex, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk, Devon, Cornwall, West Midlands, Staffordshire, Lancashire, Yorkshire, and surrounding areas.
Scotland: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Fife, Highland, Aberdeenshire, Lanarkshire, and other regions.
Wales: Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Powys, Gwynedd, and surrounding counties.
Northern Ireland: Belfast, Derry/Londonderry, Armagh, Antrim, and beyond.
No matter where you are in the UK, you can find respite and home care services in your local area through our directory.
Why List Your Care Service with Us?
If you are a care provider, listing your organisation on Respite-Care.co.uk can help you:
Reach families looking for trusted respite and home care services
Promote your specialisms, services, and location
Increase visibility through our SEO-optimised nationwide directory
Connect directly with potential clients seeking care
Start Your Search Today
Whether you are a family seeking care or a provider looking to promote your services, Respite-Care.co.uk is the UK’s trusted platform for respite and home care. Browse by county, compare services, and find the right care solution for you today.
What respite home care involves
Respite home care brings a trained carer into the home of the person you look after, so you can take a break while they stay somewhere familiar. Visits can be as short as an hour or two, cover a whole day, or run overnight so you can get a proper night’s sleep. Many families book a regular slot each week, such as a Tuesday afternoon, so everyone knows what to expect.
A respite carer can help with personal care, meals and medication prompts, and keep the person company while you are out. If the person you care for has dementia, Parkinson’s or another condition, ask providers whether their carers have specific training and whether they can send the same carer each time, as familiar faces often make visits easier.
Questions to ask a home care provider
- Which areas do you cover, and how soon could visits start?
- What is the shortest visit you offer, and do you provide overnight care?
- Will we see the same carer each time?
- What training do your carers have for the conditions we need help with?
- How do you handle cancellations, holidays and emergencies?
Home care agencies in England are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). In Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, check with the Care Inspectorate, Care Inspectorate Wales or the RQIA. You can read a provider’s latest inspection report on the regulator’s website before you book.
Frequently asked questions
How much does respite home care cost?
Costs vary by area, provider and the level of support needed, so it is best to ask each provider for a quote. If you are paying privately, ask what is included, whether there is a minimum stay or visit length, and how much notice is needed to book or cancel.
How quickly can respite home care be arranged?
It depends on the provider and your area. Some agencies can start within days, while others have waiting lists, so it helps to contact two or three providers at once. If you have a planned break coming up, such as a hospital appointment or holiday, get in touch a few weeks ahead.
Can the council help pay for respite?
Possibly. In England, start by asking your council for a carer’s assessment and a needs assessment for the person you care for. If they are eligible, the council may arrange or fund breaks, usually after a financial assessment. Some people receive Direct Payments to arrange care themselves. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have similar routes with different names.
How do I arrange it through Respite-Care?
Search by town or postcode, filter by type of care or condition, then send a free enquiry to the providers that suit you. They reply to you directly, and there is no cost or obligation.
Helpful guides
How a carer’s assessment can help you get respite care, Funding options for respite care in the UK and Care home vs home respite care: pros and cons.
Ready to look at options? Search home care providers near you and send a free, no obligation enquiry.