Respite Care

Respite care can be a chance to recharge, recover, or simply enjoy a change of scenery while knowing that you or your loved one is in safe and experienced hands. At Mearns View Care Home we provide respite care to an extremely high standard. When staying at our care home in East Renfrewshire, no matter how long a resident’s stay is, we want you to feel happy and content with the care that you receive while you maintain as much freedom as possible.

Whether you’re a carer in need of a well-deserved break or you’re recovering from an illness or hospital stay, our dedicated team is here to provide the highest standard of care, tailored to your individual needs.

What is Respite Care?

When someone requires short-term care, respite care is considered the best option. Our care team is always there to assist residents with their needs and reduce as much stress as possible.

A person might consider a temporary stay in a care home if they are recovering from a fall, illness or the primary carer needs a temporary break from their responsibilities. Residents will receive a personal care plan throughout their stay to ensure accurate and effective care.

Respite Care at Mearns View Care Home

A respite care holiday allows individuals to have access to care 24 hours a day. Mearns View Care Home adopts a person-centred approach to care which means we provide our residents with the opportunity to regain their freedom in a safe and supportive space, catering to their needs and interests.

Guests staying with us for respite enjoy all the comforts of our high-quality facilities, including beautifully furnished rooms, freshly prepared meals, and access to a wide range of activities and social events.

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What You’ll Find at Mearns View

Our care home in Newton Mearns has been purposefully created to provide a variety of facilities and services for residents’ enjoyment, allowing them to live a life that suits them and their needs.

Nurse Call Systems

Profiling Beds

Bespoke Digital Care Plans

Wheelchair Access

Access to GP

Access to Dentist

Access to Chiropodist

Access to Optician

Respite Care FAQs

The length of stay for respite care at Mearns View will vary depending on the needs of the individual and the availability of respite care beds. We can offer respite care from four weeks, up to a few months and the length of stay for each resident will be determined following an individual care assessment.

Respite care at Mearns View is available to individuals who require assistance with activities of daily living and when a caregiver needs a break from their caregiving responsibilities. If you believe your loved one needs full-time care, respite care can be used to trial our home for 4 weeks to see if it’s right for someone as a long-term solution.

During a person’s stay, the individual will receive assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, mobility, and meal preparation. Nursing care may also be provided, depending on the individual’s medical needs. We also offer an activities programme that helps to promote mental, physical and emotional well-being.

Unrivalled Levels of Care

Our compassionate and knowledgeable team takes pride in providing superior care and is respectful of privacy and dignity. Working with residents and their loved ones, we get to know everything there is to know about an individual to create a personalised care plan solely for their needs which can be modified when the time comes, to ensure a continuum of care. We strive to enhance overall well-being by supporting residents with their hobbies and interests as well as being mindful of their wishes and preferences.

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An Enhanced Way of Life That Supports Your Interests

Our care home has been purposely built to meet a variety of care needs for our residents, while providing group living and all the benefits that living in an all-inclusive care home brings. We offer a wide range of high-quality amenities, as well as an accessible activities programme in which residents will be invited to take part. There are several areas throughout the home where residents can socialise, as well as take part in a variety of activities to keep each day fresh and fascinating. Residents can make use of first-rate amenities and live a full life on a daily basis. Mearns View is excited to welcome residents and provide an ideal blend of excellent care, facilities, and lifestyle options.