Type of service: Fostering, Respite and short breaks

Service URL: http://www.leicester.gov.uk

The Leicester City Short Break/Family Link Service offers children aged 0-19 years with complex disabilities short breaks with approved foster carers who have specialist knowledge of children with disabilities. AUTISM SPECTRUM AWARENESS (CAMHS) - a one day free training course is available for all staff / parents / carers within Leicester City who offer short breaks and activities to children and young people with disabilities and or additional needs..

Short Breaks usually involve stays of 1 or 2 nights - typically 1 weekend a month. Arrangements can be flexible to suit your holidays, work and family commitments. People who have nursing or similar experience are always welcome. Disabilities range from complex special needs to physical disabilities and/or learning difficulties. All carers are assessed, trained and matched to a suitable young person. There is usually an introductory day visit. You can be single, a couple, or a family with children. Carers are usually aged 25 - 60s. Hopefully the link between your family and the young person will last for years. .

Aimed at: Adolescent , Child

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Learning disability