Respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances. You may need some rehabilitation after a hospital stay, or perhaps a little extra support – whether it’s for a single night or a few weeks.
If you still live in your own home, a short stay at one of our care centres could be a welcome break from your usual routine. You could even stay with us in our day care programme where you can enjoy meals and activities during the day. Plus, did you know that you can receive respite care in the comfort of an assisted-living apartment.
A huge point of difference for Ryman care residents is the feeling of connection they experience. Activities and events are all there for you to take part in when you feel like it.
If you've been thinking about moving to a Ryman care centre, spending time with us in respite care is a great way for you to experience the lifestyle in our villages before making your decision.
People often tell us they 'feel the difference' when they visit a Ryman village. There's something in the way residents and our care teams interact, their genuine affinity with one another. We offer respite care in resthome-level care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care. Join us and experience that feeling for yourself.
RYMAN RESIDENT FAMILY MEMBER
At Ryman, our care plans come to life through our custom-made electronic care app, myRyman Care. A dedicated device located in your care room enables nurses and carers to access and record daily care tasks and clinical data for you at the bedside. Meaning less time manually writing up notes, and more quality time caring for you. And should your primary carer be absent, everything is securely recorded on your myRyman device making the transfer of care seamless.
“The myRyman Care app has been invaluable for Ryman, in how much it has improved residents’ lives.”
Victoria Brevoort | Clinical Nurse Specialist
Eldercare Innovation Award - myRyman Care
In 2019, myRyman Care was named Innovation of the Year – Care Model at the Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards in Singapore. The award recognises the best care model that improves the quality of life for older people.
Delicious is Ryman's bespoke seasonal menu that's prepared fresh on site using fresh ingredients.
As a respite resident, we will provide all your meals and snacks. You have a choice of three main courses, including a vegetarian option. Plus, we cater for special dietary requirements. Simply talk to us about your needs or click to learn more about Ryman Delicious.
Prior to booking a respite stay with us, you need to be assessed by your local Needs Assessment and Services Coordination agency (NASC). Or in some regions, Care Coordination – Older Person’s Health. You can contact them yourself, or your doctor can refer you. Your assessment also determines the number of government-funded days per year you can access.
Find out more in our step-by-step guide
Phone: 0800 588 222
Christchurch office: 03 366 4069
PO Box 771, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand