Short breaks

Short breaks are positive, fun activities for disabled children and young people (0 to 18 years) to take part in. They can be anything from a couple of hours at an after school activity or weekend club, to an overnight stay for those with more profound needs.

They support your child or young person to:

• develop their independence
• increase their readiness for becoming an adult
• help their physical and emotional health
• reduce loneliness
• have new experiences and learn
• have fun and meet friends.

They will help you to:

• take a break from their caring responsibilities
• rest and unwind
• spend time with other family members
• provide the right support at the right time
• build family resilience.

Types of short breaks

Depending on your son or daughter's needs, there are different categories of short breaks.