Find a carers break or respite service in Bristol and South Gloucestershire
Browse a range of services available to help carers take a break. Search a range of services whether you’re looking for a few hours away, an overnight stay, or a longer-term arrangement.
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Featured services
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Residential Care Home Respite - South Gloucestershire
Various locations
Temporary, short-term placements in a care home as a form of respite.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: Typically £870+
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Sewing Class
St. Werburghs
Khaas offers popular sewing sessions for BAME carers and families, supporting them to design and make their own outfits through accredited and non-accredited short courses.
Break type: Activity-Based
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday 10.00 – 1pm.
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Singing for the Brain Group at Quarry House in Fishponds
Fishponds, Bristol
Bristol Care Homes run a friendly singing group for people affected by dementia, offering a relaxed space to enjoy a wide mix of familiar songs old and new.
Break type: Social & Community
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St Peter's Hospice Drop In Sessions
Brentry, Bristol
Drop in for a warm welcome, a listening ear, and maybe a slice of cake. Drop In Sessions are open to everyone—no referral or booking needed—to explore the support we offer to carers at the Hospice.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Every Thursday, 2:00 -3:30pm One Saturday a month, 10:00am-12:00pm
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Stroke Cafés – Bristol After Stroke
Oatley Hall, Bristol, BS9 & Lincombe Barn, Downend
Monthly, relaxed drop-in cafés in Bristol and South Gloucestershire where stroke survivors, families, and carers can connect in an informal setting with support, advice, and occasional talks or activities.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Free
When: Bristol: Third Wednesday of each month 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, South Gloucestershire: Second Thursday of each month 11:30 am to 1:30 pm,
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Walk and Talk for Chinese carers/為華人照顧者/为华人照护者
Eastville Park, Bristol
A friendly support worker leads group walks offering a listening ear and providing support in your caring role.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
Cost: Free
When: Monday 15th September 2025, Monday 22nd September 2025, Monday 29th September 2025, Monday 6th October 2025, Monday 13th October 2025, Monday 20th October 2025, 11.00 to 12.30 p.m.
