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Respite care

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Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Think Local Act Personal

A service giving carers a break, by providing short-term care for the person with care needs in their own home or in a residential setting. It can mean a few hours during the day or evening, 'night sitting', or a longer-term break. It can also benefit the person with care needs by giving them the chance to try new activities and meet new people.

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