Wall of Love

The break was very important to me and my husband. We were definitely feeling the strain of the responsibility of caring. Just a week earlier the person we care for had a home fire. Contained, but the smoke damage resulted in many hours of extra cleaning/decorating work for us, and my stress levels were high. This break was just for us (and our dog). It was wonderful to relax in such salubrious surroundings. I felt my blood pressure reduce as soon as we arrived. The hotel staff were all very welcoming and our stay was first class. Thank you to all who facilitated our break. Hope to stay again at the fabulous Crewe Hall

The break came at the right time. I felt relaxed, and the hotel was really good, with a comfortable bed, easy access to the surrounding area, and really pleasant staff. Thank you.

The hotel was beyond amazing - staff and welcoming and helpful. Have the chance to stop & breathe - to take time for me - to take a swim, sit in the steam room, relax on the hot chair - without thinking of the next job to do was so refreshing- thank you does not suffice.

I feel more relaxed. The weather and hotel were lovely. It was good to have someone to look after me for a couple of days instead of me looking after someone else.

It gave me much needed me time and rest and relaxation while enjoying the facilities of a beautiful hotel. Going on my own this time enabled me to fully focus on myself.

It has given us time for ourselves and thank you once again for this fantastic service to our offer. It enables us to get the needed rest to carry on caring for our lives one

I would like to say a big thank you to Carefree and the hotel. I have come back feeling able to carry on with this very important role.

I am a full-time carer for my mother, who is a cancer patient and has dementia. I also have two daughters, whom I have not seen alone (without Mum being there) for two years. I don’t have a social life myself, as I spend my time going to bingo and groups with my mother. This break gave me the chance to reconnect with my daughters and to truly relax and unwind. The hotel was first-class, and they catered to my dietary needs as I am coeliac. I now feel calmer and more prepared to continue my caring duties, knowing that there are people out there who understand what carers go through and are willing to help. I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity to get away. Before I left, I was at my lowest, but now I feel hopeful, knowing that things will improve and that help is always nearby. I can’t thank everyone enough.

The break was in a lovely hotel with a spa and leisure facilities. I appreciated time out from the usual routine to relax and enjoy the facilities & rest. I also appreciated that I was not responsible for shopping, cooking and washing up for a couple of days.

It was important for me to take some down time from my role as unpaid carer to my mum. She depends on me for lots of things so I managed to have a whole 24 hours without contact with her. I felt a bit guilty but this eased with the nice hotel and facilities. I could have stayed longer and didn't want to come home. Just wish I had more time to sit in the hotel and soak up the tranquility.

Gave me confidence that he could look after himself better than I thought and he knew who to contact with any problems. The Queens Hotel was really good and made it easy for me to enjoy my break.

I was really ready for the break. It gave me a chance to recharge my batteries. And also reminded me that I'm important too. The hotel staff were very efficient and welcoming. The bonus for me was relaxing and taking a swim in the pool.

It was well close to everything and made a change to every day routine. Thank you for opportunity to get away.

I was able to have a massage and total relaxation. A good night's sleep also helped. Thank you for giving us a break.

You're doing a great service for carers - keep up the good work!

Thank you for this, you are marvellous. Thank you all so much for this excellent service. This is a massive help.

The solitude, peace and quiet and time to refocus on my relationship with my husband was much appreciated. We stayed at a lovely hotel and felt thoroughly spoiled, staff were super! Thank you so much 😊

Spending time together as a couple and not just as struggling parents was the best. It’s amazing being able to take an affordable break to have a rest, and get the well needed time for ourselves.

The staff at Oulton hall were amazing everyone of them spoke or acknowledged you. Would certainly go there again given the opportunity. Able to relax enjoy a meal without interruptions. Thank you so much for making it happen.

Excellent service and very grateful.

I enjoyed the fact that I wasn't on a time restriction and could just think about ‘me time’ and what I wanted to do. I enjoyed the trip and came back feeling better for the relaxing time I had. Thank you!

This is an absolutely wonderful service. I feel so much more refreshed.

Staybridge Suites in Liverpool were amazing. Spending time with my husband without having to clock watch to get back home was amazing.

I am very grateful to Carefree for allowing me to take a break away, just at a time when I needed it. It was very liberating. Thank you

I am very grateful to Carefree for giving me the opportunity to have a complete break away, where I could relax and not worry about tasks at home and the worry of the phone ringing in an emergency.

Wonderful what this organisation does for us carers - 10 out of 10

Had a lovely relaxing time and the hotel was really nice. Thank you.

The hotel staff were so friendly and such excellent service.

The hotel was lovely, the staff were so welcoming and the breakfast was fab. My partner and I are so grateful.

I would not have been able to take a break without your help. Thank you!

Just a huge thank you, it’s made a massive difference!