When: Tues, once per month
Type of break: Support group
Location: BS2. Central Address Near Cabot Circus
Cost: Free
Care need: Mental illness
Break for: Carers
Provided by: Rethink Mental Illness
Withywood, Bristol
Support group for carers of someone with dementia.
Break type: Support group
Cost: Free
When: 4th Tues monthly
Countrywide
Free one or two night hotel stays across the country for unpaid carers. To be eligible you must be over 18 and a full time carer providing 30 hours or more care per week.
Break type: Holiday / extended break
Cost: £33 admin fee
When: 1 per year
Various locations
Sitting services allow the carer to take a break from caring. The service can provide all care and support to the cared for person except personal care.
Break type: Sitting service
Cost: Capped at £24/hr
When: Various