Respite Care
Respite Care
Caring for a loved one is deeply rewarding, but it can also be physically and emotionally demanding. At HealthCare NZ, we understand the importance of taking time to rest, recharge, and maintain your own wellbeing. Our Respite Care services offer flexible, short-term support designed to give family carers a break, while ensuring your loved one continues to receive high-quality, personalised care.
What is respite care?
Respite care is temporary support provided by trained professionals, either in the comfort of your home or in a community setting. Whether you need a few hours, a weekend, or longer-term relief, our services can be tailored to meet the unique schedule and needs of you and your loved ones.
Who is respite care for?
Respite care is ideal for:
Family carers who need time off for rest, work, travel, or personal commitments
Individuals with disabilities, chronic conditions, or age-related challenges
Whānau navigating recovery from surgery, illness, or injury
Anyone who benefits from consistent, compassionate support while their usual caregiver takes a break
What we offer
Our respite care services are designed to be flexible, respectful, and to uphold personal dignity. Support may include:
- Personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Medication reminders and health monitoring
- Meal preparation and household tasks
- Companionship and social engagement
- Mobility assistance and transfers
- Overnight or weekend care options
Why choose HealthCare NZ?
With decades of experience and a network of over 7,500 professionals, we’re New Zealand’s leading provider of home and community support.
Every care plan is personalised to suit your loved one’s health, preferences, and daily routines.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to deliver inclusive, respectful care to all the communities we serve.
Our team is trained, experienced, and deeply committed to providing safe, compassionate care – so you can rest and recuperate with confidence.
Getting started
Whether you’re planning ahead or need urgent support, we’re here to help. Contact us to discuss your needs and explore funding options, including government-funded respite care and private packages through our partner, Private Care NZ. Reach out to our team with your questions using the contact details below – we’d love to help in any way we can.
Phone: 0800 002 722
Email: [email protected]