Specialist in Short Breaks & Respite Care
Giving carers a well-deserved break while providing loved ones with expert, compassionate support. From 30-minute check-ins to 24-hour waking nights - we are your partners in care.
Respite care and short breaks
We Care provides flexible short breaks and respite support for families who need trusted care for a loved one while they take a break, attend commitments, or go away.
We are pleased to confirm that We Care is approved on the Stockport Council framework for Short Breaks and Respite Care, and we offer support to families across Manchester and surrounding areas.
What we offer
We can support people in their own home with:
Personal care and daily routines
Support with toileting, washing, dressing, and maintaining daily routines in a safe and comfortable way.
Medication prompts or administration
Timely reminders or assistance with taking medication as prescribed, ensuring safety and consistency.
Meal preparation and drinks
Preparation of nutritious meals and drinks tailored to individual preferences and dietary needs.
Companionship and reassurance
Friendly companionship to reduce loneliness, provide emotional support, and build confidence.
Overnight support
Care and reassurance throughout the night to ensure safety, comfort, and peace of mind.
Waking night support
Active overnight care for individuals who require regular monitoring or assistance during the night.
Sleep-in support
A caregiver stays overnight and is available if needed, offering reassurance and emergency support.
Flexible short-term care
Short-term or respite care tailored to changing needs, including help with daily tasks and routines.
Essential Service Information
| Category | Service Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Adults (18+) and older adults (65+) across South Manchester and Stockport. |
| Specialisms | Dementia, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and post-hospital discharge. |
| Hours of Provision | Flexible support from 30-minute visits up to 24-hour live-in or waking night care. |
| Operating Hours | Care delivered 24/7, 365 days a year. Office: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (Out-of-hours on-call available). |
| Areas Covered | Stockport, Manchester, Chorlton, Didsbury, Withington, Levenshulme, Burnage, Fallowfield, Whalley Range, Sale, Trafford and surrounding areas. |
| Transport | Community access transport available. Mileage rates are transparent and agreed in the care plan. |
| Payment Options | We accept Direct Payments, Local Authority funding, and self-funding. |
| Registration | Fully CQC regulated with a robust continuous improvement and governance plan. |
Prices
Regulated care
£26.24 per hour
Non-regulated support
£24.67 per hour
Sleep-in support
£79.49 per night
Waking night support
Charged at the hourly rate, depending on the type of support required.
Secure Your Short Break in 3 Simple Steps
1. Initial Contact
Call our Chorlton office at 0161 312 2379 or email info@wecare-chorlton.co.uk.
2. Free Assessment
Our specialist lead will visit you to understand routines, medication, and preferences.
3. Care Begins
We match you with a specially trained carer and begin the service, often within days.
Areas Covered
Stockport, Manchester, Chorlton, Didsbury, Withington, Levenshulme, Burnage, Fallowfield, Whalley Range, Sale, Trafford and surrounding areas.
Why Choose We Care?
We Care is an experienced local care provider based in Chorlton, Manchester. We understand how important it is for families to feel confident when leaving a loved one in someone else's care.
- Safe and reliable
- Person-centred
- Flexible around family needs
- Delivered by trained care staff
- Monitored by an experienced management team
- Focused on dignity, independence and reassurance
Impact
Supporting 100+ individuals across Manchester with a 97% referral acceptance rate.
Badges
| Homecare.co.uk 75/100 Rating
Make a Referral or Ask About Support
To discuss short breaks or respite care, please contact us: 0161 312 2379 | info@wecare-chorlton.co.uk