Short Breaks for 5 to 8 years

Outdoor Activities – Based at Silverwood Scout Camp.  Activities include crafts, games and activities, camp fire building. .

Newsome Avenue - The unit provides respite care to children and young people aged 5-18 years, who have learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour and /or complex health needs. To access Newsome Avenue a social work assessment must take place. 

Direct Payments -  To receive Direct Payments you will have had an assessment which identifies that you are eligible to receive social care support. They aim to give you more flexibility in how your services are provided.  By giving you money instead of social care services, you have more choice and control over how your care/support is delivered.

For more information about Out of School Clubs and Holiday Clubs that may be able to offer a short break placement visit  FSD - out of school and holiday clubs or call the Families Information Service on 0800 0345 340

For more information on Short Breaks, including the application process and to view the Frequently Asked Questions please view the Short Breaks record below 

Short breaks