Respite Care – Support for Family Carers Across London

Caring for a loved one is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting. At Vigil Care Services, our respite care offers family carers a much-needed break by providing safe, reliable sitting visits for adults who don’t require personal or medical care. Whether you need a few hours to recharge, attend an appointment, or simply rest, we’re here to support you.

What Our Respite Care Involves

Our respite care is flexible and non-intrusive. We do not provide personal or clinical support. Instead, we offer companionship, presence, and peace of mind while you're away.

Sit with your loved one at home

Provide light conversation and reassurance

Support routine or calming activities (TV, reading, music)

Encourage hydration, snacks, or medication prompts

Monitor wellbeing and report back any concerns

Keep a calm and safe environment

This gives you time to step away without worry — knowing your loved one is not alone.

Who We Support

We provide respite care for carers supporting:

Elderly parents or relatives

Adults with learning disabilities or neurodivergent needs

Individuals managing anxiety, depression, or low motivation

People who may not need personal care but benefit from regular support

Our sitting support is ideal when you want a trusted presence at home without involving personal care professionals.

We work across London boroughs including Hackney, Croydon, Southwark, Lewisham, and Waltham Forest.

Why Carers Choose Vigil for Respite Support

You deserve time to rest, recover, or simply run errands without pressure. Our respite care model is built on trust, flexibility, and understanding.

Non-regulated sitting visits — no CQC confusion

Fully trained, DBS-checked support staff

Flexible durations (1 hour, 2 hours, or more)

No contracts or long-term commitment required

Build a relationship with a familiar support worker

Client Feedback

James Lewisham

It’s not care in the medical sense — it’s support for me, so I can keep going. Vigil gives me space without worry.”

Tariq Walthamstow

They remind Dad to take his tablets, drink water, and keep up with his routine. It's the kind of elderly care that feels like a friendship, not a service.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Our respite care is for sitting support only. We do not provide any regulated or personal care.

Yes, subject to availability. We’ll do our best to work around your schedule.

We aim to begin within a few days of your enquiry, especially for families who need short-term relief or regular breaks.

Where possible, yes. We know familiarity matters — especially for vulnerable adults.

Get in Touch

Need a break from your caring role — even just for a few hours?

Our respite care in London is here to give you time, relief, and reassurance.