Short breaks

Short breaks for children with disabilities

Short breaks are part of the Bi-Borough Children with Disabilities Family Help Service.

This service brings together:

• the Bi-Borough Short Breaks service
• Disabled Children teams in Westminster
• Disabled Children teams in Kensington and Chelsea

We work with families to give children and young people the right support at the right time.

What a short break is

A short break gives disabled children and young people time away from their carers.

Short breaks can help children and young people:

• try new activities
• make friends
• have fun
• build confidence and independence

Short breaks also give parents and carers a break from caring responsibilities.

Support may be available:

• during the day
• in the evening
• overnight
• at weekends
• for a few hours or a few days

The support we offer depends on your child’s assessed needs.

How to get a short break

You can contact us yourself or ask a professional to make a referral.

• email: [email protected]
• phone: 020 7361 3013
• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

For emergencies outside these hours, call 020 7373 2227.

If we can offer support, a family help practitioner or social worker will assess your child’s needs.

They will look at:

• your child’s needs
• the needs of brothers and sisters
• your family’s needs

Find out more Read the Short Breaks Statement 2026 to 2027 on the RBKC Local Offer website.