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Types of short breaks

We provide or fund three different types of short break services: universal, targeted and specialist.

Universal short breaks

Anyone can access universal short breaks. These include services for both children and young people with or without disabilities.

Targeted short breaks

​If your child's disabilities mean they can't access universal services, you may be eligible for targeted short breaks.

Specialist short breaks

If your child can't access universal services because they have a disability and high level of need, you may be eligible for specialist short breaks.

Services for children and young people with SEND

This page is part of the 'local offer' for children and young people with special educational needs.

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