What is a Short Break?
What is a short break?
An opportunity for children and young people to take part in activities whilst giving parents/ carers a break from their caring responsibilities.
Families can apply for a short break if the child or young person has a diagnosed disability. ADHD as a sole diagnosis does not qualify.
Short Breaks CANNOT be used to replace childcare that enables parents to work.The short break must benefit the whole family, not just the child/young person.
You can find out about:
- Applying for a short break
- What happens after the application
- Where short breaks are available and much more by clicking here
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Disabled Childrens Team
- Telephone
- 01226 774050
- shortbreaksECS@barnsley.gov.uk
Last updated on 22/01/2020