Planning a Summer Holiday? Discover Respite Care at Dovehaven

Pennine View, Hope House and Dovehaven House are helping family carers take a well-earned break this summer with compassionate respite care and a £100 welcome voucher for new respite guests.

Summer is often filled with holidays, family celebrations and precious time together. But for many people caring for an elderly parent or loved one, it's also the time of year they quietly ask themselves the same question:

"Can I really go away?"

Whether it's a long-awaited family holiday, a wedding, a weekend with grandchildren or simply a chance to recharge, many family carers put their own plans on hold because they're worried about leaving someone they love.

At Dovehaven, the teams at Pennine View and Dovehaven House, which provide specialist dementia respite care, and Hope House, which offers residential and nursing respite care, want families to know they don't have to choose between taking a break and making sure their loved one is well cared for. Short-term respite care offers older people a welcoming place to stay for anything from a weekend to a few weeks, while giving family carers the reassurance that their loved one is receiving personalised support from experienced care professionals.

Respite care isn't just about giving carers time away; it's about making sure the person staying with us has a positive experience too. Guests quickly become part of daily life within the home, enjoying freshly prepared meals, meaningful activities, friendly conversation and, during the summer months, making the most of the gardens and spending time outdoors whenever the weather allows. Many families tell us that what they worried about most before a respite stay simply didn't happen. Instead, their loved one enjoyed the company, the activities and the opportunity to experience something new.

Every family's reason for choosing respite care is different. One family recently arranged a respite stay so they could enjoy their first holiday together in years, knowing their loved one was safe, comfortable and enjoying a holiday of their own. Another family turned to respite after the person's usual carer moved into residential care herself, providing reassurance and stability during a significant life change.

Sam Yardley, Operations Director at Dovehaven said:

"Taking a break from caring for someone you love can be one of the hardest decisions you'll make, but it shouldn't be something families feel guilty about. Our respite teams provide personalised care that gives relatives peace of mind while ensuring every guest feels welcomed, supported and part of the home. Whether it's for a family holiday, recovery after illness or simply some time to recharge, we're here to help families when they need us most."

To encourage families to plan ahead for the busy summer period, Pennine View, Hope House and Dovehaven House are offering a £100 voucher towards a first respite stay for new respite guests.*

Whether you're planning a holiday, attending a family celebration, recovering from an illness or simply need a few days to recharge, our teams are encouraging families to start conversations early, as respite care can be especially popular during the school summer holidays.

Families are welcome to arrange a visit, meet the team, look around the home that best suits their needs and talk through their loved one's individual requirements with no obligation.

Because sometimes, the best way to continue caring for someone else is to allow someone to care for you, too.

Looking for respite care?

We currently have respite availability at:

• Pennine View, Accrington
• Hope House, Accrington
• Dovehaven House, Southport

Contact our friendly team to find out more about availability and how we can support you.

Take a look at our free respite guides, which help families understand their options and offer practical advice and answers to some of the most common questions about arranging short-term care.

• ‍Respite Care in the North West | What Is Respite Care? | Dovehaven‍
• Planning Summer Respite Care | Holiday Guide for Family Carers | Dovehaven

*£100 voucher available for new respite guests at Pennine View, Hope House & Dovehaven House. Subject to availability and terms and conditions.

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