Respite Care in Hastings & East Sussex

Caring for a loved one is rewarding, but everyone needs a break. FT Care Agency provides trusted respite care for elderly parents and relatives across Hastings and East Sussex — from a few days to several weeks.

A well-earned break

Respite care for elderly parents & relatives

Whether you’re planning a holiday, need to recover from illness, or simply need time to recharge, respite care for elderly parents gives family carers a trusted, worry-free break while your loved one continues to receive attentive, person-centred support at home.

Our CQC-registered carers step in for anything from a few days to a few weeks, following the same routines and preferences your loved one is used to.

What's included

Flexible, short-term support

Every respite placement is built around your loved one’s usual routine:

Personal care

Washing, dressing and mobility support, delivered with dignity throughout the placement.

Medication support

Timely prompts and assistance so medication routines continue uninterrupted.

Flexible duration

From a long weekend to several weeks, cover arranged around your plans.

Companionship

Familiar conversation and company to keep your loved one settled and reassured.

When you need us fast

Emergency respite & hospital discharge cover

Emergency respite care

Sometimes respite care is needed at short notice following a carer’s illness, a family emergency, or unexpected circumstances. We aim to arrange emergency respite care quickly across East Sussex, so your loved one is never left without support.

Short-term care after hospital

Coming home after a hospital stay can be a vulnerable time. Our short-term care after hospital discharge helps with recovery, mobility and daily tasks, giving both patients and families confidence during the transition home.

How it works

Arranging respite care is simple

Get in touch

Tell us the dates and support your loved one needs, however soon.

Care assessment

We assess needs and match a suitable, DBS-checked carer.

Handover

We learn routines and preferences so care feels familiar from day one.

Enjoy your break

Regular updates, so you can relax knowing your loved one is well cared for.

Questions, answered

Respite care FAQs

What is respite care?

Respite care is short-term support that gives family carers a break, while a trained carer looks after their loved one at home \u2014 from a few days to several weeks.

Can you arrange emergency respite care quickly?

We do our best to arrange emergency respite care at short notice across East Sussex. Call us directly on 01424 212199 to discuss availability as soon as possible.

Do you provide short-term care after a hospital stay?

Yes. Our short-term care after hospital discharge supports recovery, mobility and daily living, helping the transition home go smoothly.

How long can respite care last?

Respite care is flexible \u2014 from a long weekend to several weeks \u2014 arranged around your plans and your loved one’s needs.

Are your respite carers DBS-checked?

Yes. Every carer is DBS-checked and trained in safeguarding and person-centred care, whether the placement is planned or arranged at short notice.