Shetland Carers co-ordinate the Scheme locally, with support from Shared Care Scotland, who now support carer centres in 25 local authority areas to run Respitality Schemes.

Respitality (respite + hospitality) is a way the hospitality and leisure sector can help their local communities by recognising and appreciating the contribution of unpaid carers, by donating short breaks to carers at quieter times of the year. This enables a carer, plus a companion where possible, to have a break away from their caring responsibilities to recharge their batteries and have a little time for themselves.

Several carers within Shetland have been able to enjoy treatments by Jennie, thanks to her kind donation of one treatment per month during 2024! Carers can apply to the Respitality Scheme for a break and one of Jennie's treatment sessions can be awarded to the carer.

Thank you so much for your gift of a reflexology session. You were so welcoming, putting me at my ease. I found the session so relaxing and enjoyable and am so grateful for you giving your time and expertise.

She was amazing. Highly recommend.

A pampering session from Jennie is great for the body, mind and soul. A perfect treat for carers, what a great collaboration between 2 brilliant services!

For more information about the Scheme, visit www.shetlandcarers.org/respitality