What are Short Breaks?
Short breaks provide opportunities for children and young people with additional needs and/or disabilities to take part in enjoyable activities, while giving parents and carers a break from their caring responsibilities. In Suffolk, we recognise the importance of short breaks in supporting the whole family and promoting opportunities for families to spend time together.
Short breaks can take place after school, at weekends and during school holidays. They may include a wide range of activities, as well as tailored befriending support. Short breaks are available to children, young people and young adults with additional needs and/or disabilities up to the age of 25.
We welcome enquiries from organisations and activity providers that currently offer, or would like to develop, accessible opportunities for children and young people with additional needs and/or disabilities.
Activities Unlimited is committed to increasing the range and choice of short break opportunities available across Suffolk. The Activities Unlimited team can provide advice, guidance and signposting to support providers in developing inclusive services.
Support may include assistance with promotion and marketing, signposting to training opportunities, business development support and guidance on identifying potential funding opportunities.
To discuss how your organisation could become involved, or to find out more about promoting your activities through Activities Unlimited, please contact the team at auprovision@suffolk.gov.uk.