Why choosing Birtley House will make all the difference
Not only does respite care support those in need – it also provides caregivers a short break from the responsibility of looking after someone.
Becoming the dedicated carer of a family member can be a rewarding yet challenging role. Therefore, understanding the help that is available should you need some temporary support is beneficial for the well-being of everyone involved.
At Birtley House we offer a variety of tailored respite services to meet all your requirements including 24-hour nursing care, physio rehabilitation sessions, assisted bathing, hot meals and company.
At Birtley House, we are always available with open arms to help support you and your family.
What is respite care and why is it important?
Respite is temporary care that is typically used following an illness, injury or hospital stay. It’s used as transitional support from hospital to home. It can also be used to provide the usual caregiver or family member a short break.
What are the benefits of respite care?
There is a plethora of benefits when using respite services including:
1. Relief and rest for caregivers
At Birtley House, we can provide a break for families and loved ones, which can help to reduce stress and burn-out in the long run.
Caregivers can take a pause for themselves to focus on their own health and well-being, meaning they can continue to provide the best care in the long-term.
2. Improved quality of care
A short break from consistent duties for caregivers means they can return to status quo with renewed energy and focus. This results in improved quality of care for loved ones. In some cases, someone may be recovering from an illness or hospital stay and therefore require personalised care or specialist equipment to help them with their recovery such as adapted baths, bed hoists or even lots of grab rails being available.
At Birtley House, you can rest assured that your loved ones are in a safe space with professionally trained nurses, to provide 24/7 care and staff on site to ensure their wellbeing.
- Enhanced social engagement for the individual
Temporary care provides a chance for individuals to engage with others and build friendships/relationships that they may have not had the opportunity to do so beforehand. At Birtley House, we pride ourselves in being a ‘home from home’ supporting anyone that stays with us to feel comfortable and at ease.
Should the individual choose to do so, they can enjoy social interactions and participate in afternoon activities contributing to their improved mood and overall wellbeing. Temporary stays can also offer a change of scenery or routine for the individual, which can be beneficial.
Providing a glimpse into the long-term care environment set up should this be required in the future. Thus, helping you to make informed decisions and to perhaps even choose Birtley as a longer-term care provider later in life.
- Support for recovery and rehabilitation
At Birtley House, we provide post-operative care or short-stays during or after illness. We can help to support you or your loved one back to health.
Depending on the individual needs, we put in place a dedicated support plan to ensure anyone staying with us receives the highest quality of care. We will work with the family, individual and loved ones to ensure the plan meets the needs of everyone involved, meaning your stay at Birtley House will be one like no other.
- Peace of mind for families
If you choose Birtley House as your temporary care provider, you can rest assured knowing that your loved ones are in a safe and caring environment.
Our team of caring professionals are on hand seven days a week, 24 hours a day to oversee wellbeing.
For reassurance, we invite you to read the testimonials from our past and current residents noting their positive experiences at Birtley House.
What can we offer you at Birtley House?
If you are looking for respite care services in Surrey, look no further! We are a private, family-run care home based in the beautiful Surrey Hills in Bramley. We offer a range of different care packages, ranging from seven nights to longer depending on specific care needs. We are dedicated and committed to providing the best-quality care for anyone who comes to stay with us.
Call us today for more information or book a viewing where a member of our team can take you on a comprehensive tour of our facilities, before you decide if Birtley House is right for you.