Availability information last updated: 28th July, 2025

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Hi, I’m Helen.

With over 17yrs as a 24/7 unpaid carer — first for my mum, then dad, then my husband — I saw too many gaps in real, flexible respite care. So I created Serenity Respite: a warm, welcoming home in Chester offering respite for families caring for adults with additional needs or mild dementia.

We run joy-filled afternoon sessions from 2–7pm (£75), a mix of activities, homemade cakes and afternoon tea, and a freshly cooked two-course evening meal. Sessions are person-led and flexible — we gently read the room, offering what feels right on the day.

Activities may include:

• Baking and creative crafts

• Gardening and hanging basket projects

• Quizzes, reminiscence games, and storytelling

• Gentle movement and sensory trays

• Singalongs, music, and laughter therapy

• Coffee mornings and film afternoons

• Helping with small household tasks for purpose and connection

Our aim is to give carers genuine peace of mind — and the chance to recharge, guilt-free — while their loved-one enjoys a safe, social, and stimulating afternoon in good company.

We accept self-funding and CHC. If you receive DPs or a PB, we happily accept them as pre-payment upon booking — just let us know what you’ve been allocated, and we’ll help work out how it could fund your place with us.

We support adults only. Guests must manage a few steps into the property. Overnight stays are part of our future — for now, we’re starting with flexible afternoons.

Join our waitlist today — we’d love to welcome you.

Areas: Chester, Ellesemere Port, Saltney, Northwich, Frodsham, Malpas

Last Updated: 29th July, 2025