Mae gofalwyr di-dâl wedi dweud pa mor anodd yw hi iddynt gael y seibiant amserol a phriodol y mae ei angen i’w helpu i reoli eu hiechyd a’u llesiant eu hunain. Nid yw seibiant bellach yn golygu rhoi cyfle i’r unigolyn sydd ag anghenion gofal aros mewn cartref gofal dros nos, neu fanteisio ar wasanaeth gwarchod dros nos. Gall seibiannau ddigwydd mewn llawer o wahanol ffyrdd - o gael amser i ymlacio a mwynhau bod gyda theulu a ffrindiau, i gael egwyl yng nghwmni’r unigolyn y maent yn gofalu amdano, neu hebddo.
Unpaid carers have spoken of difficulties accessing timely and appropriate respite and breaks to help them manage their own health and wellbeing. Respite is no longer just an overnight stay in a care home or an overnight sitting service for the person with care needs. It can take many forms – from having time to switch off and enjoy being with family and friends to a short break with or without the person being cared for.