Short Breaks Carers services feedback survey

Background

The Short Break Carers Scheme (Short Breaks) is available to families who have a child with a learning and/or physical disability living at home. The service provides support to these families, offering them a break from caring, while their child enjoys spending time with a short break carer.

Short Breaks are opportunities for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) to enjoy fun activities, where they can mix with other children, develop their social skills, and independently pursue their interests. This might include mainstream clubs and groups or specialist activities with children who have similar needs. All local authorities need to make sure they have a suitable range of short breaks in their area. 

For more information on Short Breaks, please visit our Local Offer web page.

If you're over 18 years old or are looking for respite services for someone you care for that's over 18, please visit our Adult Social Care services webpage.

Why we want your views

We want to hear your thoughts on our existing services, any concerns you may have and whether you feel there are any gaps in the services we provide.

How to take part

If you'd like to take part, please complete our survey by 5pm on Friday, 31 January 2025. It should take about five minutes. 

Complete our survey

If you have any questions about the survey, please email our SEND Strategy Officer.

For general enquiries about our Local Offer, please visit our webpage.

What happens next

All feedback we receive will be analysed and used to make sure we provide clear information about short breaks, how these can be accessed and to ensure the provision meets the needs of the community.