Research and analysis
Children鈥檚 homes providing short breaks
An analysis of children鈥檚 homes that provide short breaks, usually for disabled children.
Applies to England
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Short breaks provide children with opportunities to enjoy different experiences, establish friendships and develop confidence, independence and social/emotional skills. Short breaks can also offer parents or carers a valuable respite from caring responsibilities.
This report covers:
- children鈥檚 homes providing short breaks only, usually for disabled children
- short-break-only homes that were active on 31 March 2020
We will include a brief summary of data on short-break-only children鈥檚 homes in future children鈥檚 social care in England national statistics releases.
Updates to this page
Published 10 August 2021