Respitality, Respite + Hospitality, originated in the USA and provides a unique way for Carers Centres and the Scottish Hospitality sector to work together to provide short breaks to full-time unpaid carers.
The way it works is that the hospitality sector gift short breaks. These can be overnight stays, meals, spa days, beauty treatments – whatever gift the business chooses to donate. We then get in contact with carers that have shown an intrest in getting that particular type of respite to see if they would be able to take advantage of that opportunity.
We have been awarded money from Shared Care to support carers who feel they need a break or regular activity to help them maintain their caring role. The fund can award up to £200 per carer. If you are intrested in applying, contact one of our centres for an application form.