Take a break. We'll find someone you can trust.
CareBreak connects unpaid carers with DBS-verified care workers for safe, short-term respite support — so you can rest, knowing your loved one is in good hands.
All care workers are DBS verified via the Disclosure and Barring Service
DBS Enhanced Checked
All workers verified
ICO Registered
Reg. no. ZB123456
Care Act 2014
Compliant platform
Registered in England & Wales
Co. no. 12345678
Company registration numbers are being registered pre-launch. Final numbers will be displayed at launch.
How CareBreak works
Four simple steps to respite support
Create your free account
Tell us about yourself and the person you care for. No payment details needed upfront.
2 minutes
Post a care request
Describe what you need — a few hours of companionship, overnight respite, specialist support. You choose the time.
1 minute
Get matched
We surface DBS-verified, reviewed workers in your area. Browse profiles and approve your match.
Usually within a few hours
Carer takes a break
Your worker arrives, you get peace of mind. Rate the session afterwards to help other families.
What carers say
“CareBreak gave me my first proper weekend off in three years. The worker was kind, reliable, and my mum loved her.”
Sarah T. · Surrey
Caring for parent with dementia
“I was nervous about letting a stranger in, but the DBS checks and reviews gave me confidence. Wish I'd found this sooner.”
Michael R. · West Sussex
Caring for spouse after stroke
“Finally a platform that understands what carers actually need. Simple, quick, and the worker was brilliant.”
Priya K. · Hampshire
Caring for parent with Parkinson's
Testimonials are illustrative. Real reviews will appear here at launch.
Who CareBreak is for
For carers
Unpaid carers supporting a loved one with care needs
- Flexible respite on your schedule
- DBS-verified workers only
- Support for all ages and conditions
- No long-term commitment
For care workers
Healthcare assistants and support workers seeking flexible roles
- Flexible work in your area
- Use your qualifications
- Make a real difference
- Choose your own availability
Built on trust and safety
We take safeguarding seriously. Every worker on our platform goes through a rigorous verification process before they can accept a single booking.
DBS checks
Enhanced DBS checks on all workers before approval
Safeguarding training
Mandatory training required before activation
Non-medical only
Companionship and supervision — not medical care
Incident reporting
In-app reporting system for any concerns
Common questions
Everything you need to know before getting started
About CareBreak
CareBreak is a technology platform that connects unpaid family carers with independent care workers. We are not a CQC-registered care agency or care provider.
Workers on CareBreak are self-employed individuals, not employees of CareBreak. If you require regulated care services, please contact your local authority or GP.
Ready to get started?
Join CareBreak today — it's free to register.