Drop-In Respite
A few hours that are yours. Your loved one spends them somewhere safe and engaged, with people who know how to be with them.
What actually happens
Drop-in respite is non-medical. Your loved one joins a small group for supervised activities — music, conversation, movement, things that are engaging without being demanding. Staff are experienced with dementia and know that a good session is measured in comfort, not output.
You do not have to justify how you use the time. Some caregivers run errands. Some sleep. Both are the point.
A few hours at a time
Sessions are short by design, so a first visit is a small step rather than a big decision.
Supervised and non-medical
Experienced staff, structured activity, no clinical care — we will tell you plainly if we are not the right fit.
Somewhere familiar
The same faces and the same room each time, which matters more than it sounds.
Coming to a session
Places are limited, so sessions are booked in advance. Upcoming dates are listed on the events calendar, and we are happy to talk through a first visit before you commit to one.
Session dates comingRelated support
Event Respite
Respite provided alongside a Legacy event, so you can attend without arranging cover.
About Event Respite →Caregiver Sanctuary Community Series
Gatherings and wellness sessions for caregivers across the community.
About the series →Caregiver Wellness Passport
Connect with wellness activities, partner experiences, and grant benefits.
About the passport →