You will be given details regarding the number of weeks of respite care recommended in the care assessment. The service allows the service user to have respite in an agreed and appropriate placement up to the maximum number of weeks identified in the care assessment.
When you want to use the service, contact your Social Worker or Care Co-ordinator who will assist you with your arrangements. Your care plan will identify how many weeks you need.
It is important to contact your Social Worker or Care Co-ordinator so that other services can be suspended and started again when you need them.
