Respite Care

We proudly provide compassionate respite care in Longfield, offering a safe and welcoming place to rest, recover and regain confidence. Whether support is needed after a hospital stay, illness, or simply because a caregiver needs a well-earned break, our experienced team is here to help every day.

Short-term stays give residents personalised, 24-hour care while families enjoy peace of mind. With our dedicated team supporting health, wellbeing and comfort, residents from Longfield, Dartford, and across Kent can relax knowing they are in safe, professional hands.

What is Respite Care?

Respite Care is a short-term care option, providing both planned and unplanned respite breaks from a full-time caregiver.

Whether individuals have experienced a fall, are recovering from an illness or the primary caregiver is looking to have a short break, respite care is the ideal solution.

Our home offers first-class care in purpose-built, luxury surroundings, which provides residents with the best chance of full recovery. Many of our residents after experiencing respite care enjoy their stay so much that they choose to stay with us permanently.

Respite Care at Hazelwood Care Home

Respite Care is delivered to residents in our luxury care home, where residents receive the finest possible care at all times.

Our person-centred approach to care means we look after our residents as a whole, offering the opportunity for residents to live the way they want to, in a safe and supportive environment. We work hard to maximise the potential of each resident enabling them to lead a fulfilling and comfortable life.

Our team is fully trained to understand and deal with all aspects of health care; we take pride in providing the highest levels of care services and respect for every individual.

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What You’ll Find at Hazelwood

The services, environment, and lifestyle provided at Hazelwood Care Home have been thoughtfully created to ensure our residents’ wellbeing, fostering comfort, contentment, and a strong sense of belonging. We passionately believe in empowering our residents to live life their way, and we go to great lengths to assist them in achieving this.

Nurse Call Systems

Customised Care Plans

Specialist Beds

GP Visits

Optician Visits

Dentist Visits

Physiotherapist Visits

Chiropodist Visits

Respite Care FAQs

Absolutely. Many respite residents choose to stay on a permanent basis once they’ve experienced life at Hazelwood. If this is something you’re considering, we recommend chatting with our Home Manager, who can guide you through the next steps.

At Hazelwood Care Home, respite care is available to individuals needing short-term support. This service facilitates recovery and aid with daily activities, giving caregivers the opportunity to take a break. Furthermore, for those considering full-time care, our respite care programme allows for a 4-week trial period to assess its suitability for long-term arrangements.

All residents at Hazelwood Care Home receive the same quality of care and services, regardless of the duration of their stay. Throughout their time with us, residents can expect to have a private bedroom, access to meals and refreshments, engagement in various activities and entertainment, use of our in-house facilities, and assistance with daily tasks. Depending on the individual’s care needs, nursing care may also be provided.

The duration of respite care stays is determined based on the specific needs of each individual and the availability of respite care beds at Hazelwood Care Home. To facilitate a smooth transition and enable residents to benefit fully from our support, we have established a minimum stay requirement. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact our team.

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Unrivalled Care Each & Every Day

We are proud to deliver many different types of care and support a variety of health conditions at our care home in Kent. We provide a warm and secure environment for older people to experience the benefits of group living. We take great amounts of pride in always respecting both the privacy and choices of our residents while also supporting their total freedom to live their lives.

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