Respite Care in Bournemouth

At Home Instead, we understand that it's important you take a break from time to time. We can help care for your loved one whilst you have a well-deserved break and are able to keep an appointment or attend a special occasion. Taking a rest from caring by using our respite service means taking care of your health and wellbeing. Our respite care service is beneficial in many ways, your loved one can stay at home whilst you take a break, it is tailored to your loved one's needs, and it gives you peace of mind that your loved one is being cared for at home. We deliver respite care to Bournemouth, Christchurch, Friars Cliff, Highcliffe, Southbourne and Mudeford.

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Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10
Highest regulatory ratingsCare for  18,000+ older peopleRecommended by 95% of our clients 10,000 trained Care ProfessionalsHomecare.co.uk rating 9.6/10

Why Home Instead?

Personalised care that starts with listening

Long-term caregiving can lead to health and mental health issues, so we help you avoid burnout by providing a dedicated Care Professional based on their skills, interests and personality.

20 years of trusted experience

We exceed UK regulatory standards, rank highly on Homecare.co.uk, and our qualified Care Professionals are trained to the highest standard so you can have complete peace of mind.

A simple, seamless set-up

No jargon, no pressure, no long waits. We'll guide you through every step at your pace, with transparent pricing from day one.

Flexible, personalised support whenever you need it

Whether it's an emergency, regular visits, or a one-off arrangement, we can step in to relieve regular caregivers and provide bespoke, in-home respite care that's tailored to your needs and schedule.

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Home care in Bournemouth

Home care in Bournemouth supports people to live independently and comfortably in the place they know best - home. Enter postcode of the person to find your nearest office and local care team.

  • Bournemouth & Christchurch

    We provide award winning care in Bournemouth , Christchurch , Highcliffe-on-Sea , Springbourne , Pokesdown and the surrounding areas

  • Poole

    We provide award winning care in Parkstone , Ferndown , Canford Heath , Moordown , Branksome and the surrounding areas

  • East Dorset and Blandford

    We provide award winning care in Farnham , St Ives , Wimborne Minster , Ringwood , Verwood and the surrounding areas

  • Christchurch
  • Highcliffe-on-Sea
  • Springbourne
  • Pokesdown
  • Queens Park
  • Southbourne
  • Purewell
  • Littledown
  • Stanpit
  • Mudeford
  • Walkford
  • West Cliff
  • Charminster
  • Friars Cliff
  • Beckley
  • Wick
  • Burton
  • Sopley
  • Winkton
  • Boscombe
  • Hurn
  • Somerford
  • Fairmile
  • Iford
  • Townsend
  • Winton
  • Avon
  • Throop
  • South Bockhampton
  • Middle Bockhampton
  • Jumpers Corner
  • Muscliff
  • Holdenhurst
  • Dorset
  • Parkstone
  • Ferndown
  • Canford Heath
  • Moordown
  • Branksome
  • Rossmore
  • Old Town
  • Ensbury Park
  • Oakdale
  • Branksome Park
  • East Howe
  • Lilliput
  • Wallisdown
  • Dudsbury
  • Alderney
  • Talbot Woods
  • West Parley
  • Canford Cliffs
  • Ensbury
  • Westbourne
  • Sandbanks
  • Longham
  • Talbot Village
  • Sterte
  • Poole
  • Foxholes
  • Stanley Green
  • Northbourne
  • Bloxworth
  • Tricketts Cross
  • Penn Hill
  • Manning's Heath
  • Alder Hills
  • Upper Parkstone
  • Longfleet
  • Parley Cross
  • Wimborne Minster
  • West Moors
  • Blandford Forum
  • Ringwood
  • Verwood
  • Bearwood
  • Ashley Heath
  • Cranborne
  • Three Legged Cross
  • Sturminster Marshall
  • Wimborne

Trusted, Personalised Home Care in Bournemouth

Caring for a loved one can be both challenging and exhausting. We’re here to assist you with our respite care services. You don’t have to shoulder all the care responsibilities alone, our dedicated team can step in to support your loved one, giving you the well-deserved break you need. Whether you’re looking to take a holiday, keep an appointment, or attend a special occasion, we’re here to help. Our tailored respite care services provide peace of mind, ensuring that your loved one receives the essential care they need while you recharge. Our highly trained and experienced Care Professionals offer a wide range of services, including companionship, personal care, and dementia care.

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Our Community Partners

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  • Homecare Association
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Our Care Starts With Connection

Our respite care service at Home Instead offers family caregivers the chance to take a well-deserved break. We understand how exhausting it can be to care for a loved one while managing a busy schedule, and that’s where we come in. Our Care Professionals can care for your loved one, allowing you to enjoy a holiday, attend a special occasion, or keep important appointments without worry. For example, Shaun, one of our clients in Bournemouth, is usually cared for by his daughter. However, during the summer holidays when she visits her friends in Germany, Michelle, one of our dedicated Care Professionals, steps in and provides support.

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Our Home Care Services

We're ready to help you make an informed, confident choice for your loved one, with bespoke and easily-adapted packages designed around their needs.

  • Hourly Home Care

    Hourly Home Care

    When your loved one begins to need more frequent support, our flexible home care solutions help them stay safe and independent at home. We don't take a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we personalise your experience with responsive, attentive, and genuinely compassionate care, so you can feel reassured they are in capable hands.

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  • Respite Home Care

    Respite Home Care

    We understand how overwhelming it can be to leave your loved one if they live with a condition like dementia, arthritis, or diabetes. Our highly experienced Care Professionals are matched based on their specialist knowledge and expertise, so you can feel content knowing your loved one's health conditions are carefully monitored and managed.

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  • Overnight Home Care

    Overnight Home Care

    We are proud to be the benchmark for exceptional care, so all of our qualified Care Professionals receive training that goes above and beyond the industry standard. When it comes to complex health conditions, you can rest assured that your loved one's safety and wellbeing is always a top priority.

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  • Live-in Home Care

    Live-in Home Care

    Our live-in care provides round-the-clock support and offers a welcome alternative to residential care, empowering your loved one to remain independent in the environment they know. With person-centred care from someone they recognise, older individuals can benefit from familiarity, friendship, and a consistent care plan.

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Thanks again for the great care you all are giving Mum, from someone so reluctant to accept care now looks forward daily to her Care Professionals. BIG achievement!

Janet, Client's Family

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Home Instead provide first class care. My care professionals are patient, kind and very reliable. I am very happy with the service they provide

Paul, Client

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As I got older, I realised that this service had made me happy in my own home.

Elisie, Client

Our Bournemouth Team is With You Through Every Step

By opting for our personalised respite care services, you can have peace of mind knowing your loved one’s essential needs are in expert hands while you take time to rest and recharge. Our compassionate, friendly Care Professionals are highly trained across a variety of services, including companionship, personal care, and dementia support, ensuring your loved one receives top-quality care during your time away. Our amazing Care Professionals complete our comprehensive onboarding training which includes medication, moving and positioning, basic life support and they also complete their Care Certificate, giving you peace of mind that you or your loved one are receiving the highest possible standard of care.

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Award-winning service you can trust

  • Leaders in Care Award
  • A round badge reads “Top 20 Home Care Group Award 2026, homecare.co.uk” in blue and white. - Home Instead
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  • Green graphic stating "95% of clients recommend" with a note about a 2025 PEAQ satisfaction survey. - Home Instead
  • HCA Home Care Awards Winner 2025 logo with green, blue, and gray text and wavy lines. - Home Instead
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We deliver tailored home care to the Bournemouth community to nurture wellbeing and independence.

We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.

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Our home help services in Bournemouth provide compassionate assistance with daily tasks, ensuring comfort and independence for your loved ones.

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Our dementia care in Bournemouth is designed by experts and is City & Guilds Assured, so you know your loved one is receiving only the very best care. Our Care Professionals focus on creating an environment that's calm and consistent, while maintaining dignity and familiar routines to reduce confusion and keep clients comfortable.

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Having someone stay in your home to provide care can feel daunting, but our live-in care solutions help to bring older adults more independence and enjoy a greater sense of wellbeing. If you value the peace of mind that comes with knowing there is always someone nearby, live-in care in Bournemouth could be an excellent alternative to a care home.

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The right support is crucial when managing pain and end-of-life care. Our palliative care focuses on dignity and enables your loved one to remain in the place they feel happiest. We provide considerate palliative care in Bournemouth, so you can spend more meaningful moments together while we carefully manage their pain and comfort.

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Taking a break from caring can feel impossible if your loved one is lonely or has challenging health conditions, but our respite care in Bournemouth is designed to step in with dependable care at any time. Whether you're recharging your batteries or managing other commitments, our Care Professionals can provide reliable support, so you can take time to yourself without disrupting routines.

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Discover personalised, flexible personal care for older adults in Bournemouth, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Bournemouth, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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Discover personalised, flexible overnight care for older adults in Bournemouth, from compassionate Care Professionals focused on encouraging independence.

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We adapt our services to fit your life, delivering compassionate, consistent, and attentive care, enabling you to thrive in your home and community.

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