Short stay away from home for the person you care for

A short break away from home in a residential or nursing home can often be arranged on a temporary basis. This is sometimes known as respite care and it can provide a welcome change for the person being cared for in addition to giving the carer a much needed break.


residential homes

A residential home is a place where a number of people live together, looked after by care staff that are available 24 hours a day.

Residential Homes

nursing homes

A nursing home is a place where a number of people who need nursing care because of either illness or disability live together, looked after by trained nursing staff.

Nursing Homes

short breaks for people with learning disabilities

There are properties in the Wigan and Leigh area for people who have a learning disability to enjoy a short break.

short breaks for a person with learning difficulties

adult placements

Short or long term adult placements are available for people with learning disabilities, older people, people who have a physical disability or a mental health need living in the Wigan area.

Adult Placements