Respite care

When looking after someone else, it's important to take time to look after yourself. Taking a break from caring stops you from becoming exhausted. It also provides a continuation of effective support for the person you care for.

What is respite care?

Respite care services give carers a break from caring. There are different types of respite care and we support many people with varying needs. Respite care we provide includes:

  • Longer-term placements at our nursing and residential services.
  • Stays in services with current vacancies. 
  • Day centres that give people the chance to enjoy a day out, try a new activity or spend quality time with others.

Contact us

Our Referrals team can tell you about vacancies and services offering respite stays. Email referrals@leonardcheshire.org for more information.

Email us about respite care options

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Breaks and activities in Edinburgh

Everyone needs a break sometimes. And that's what My Break, My Choice us all about - creating opportunities for people with a range of different disabilities to take a break.

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Letham Court

Letham Court is respite accommodation for up to six individuals with learning and associated physical disabilities. We’re in the Craigshill area of Livingston and are close to both nature and town. There are shops, pubs and leisure centres nearby, with wonderful countryside to explore.