QCM Healthcare’s Short Breaks Service is designed to support families by offering safe, engaging, and flexible respite care. Whether you need just a few hours or several days, we provide tailored care that keeps your child happy and supported while you recharge.
Caring for a loved one can be physically and emotionally demanding. Our Short Breaks give you time to rest and recharge with peace of mind.
Choose from a few hours, overnight, or multiple days — available during the day, evenings, weekends, or holidays.
Our trained respite team supports daily activities, medication management, and individual healthcare needs.
Children enjoy stimulating activities, from arts and crafts to community outings, tailored to their interests and abilities.
We prioritise safety, comfort, and accessibility, whether care takes place at home, in the community, or in residential settings.
A simple process designed with families in mind:
We work with you to understand your child’s needs and preferences.
A personalised plan is developed, in partnership with families and professionals.
Care is provided at home, in the community, or in residential settings, with regular feedback to parents.
If your child is most comfortable in familiar surroundings, our trained team can come to your home to provide care and companionship. This could be for a few hours during the day or an overnight stay, so you can have peace of mind while taking a well-earned break.
We believe in helping children make the most of their local area. Our community-based support means we can take your child out to enjoy activities, attend clubs, or explore local attractions – all while providing the care and encouragement they need.
Our sessions give young disabled children the chance to play by themselves or with others in a safe, caring space – with both indoor and outdoor areas available. Activities are fun, varied, and tailored to each child, from themed arts and crafts to messy and sensory play. During school holidays, we also run trips to the cinema, mini-golf, trampolining, bowling, and outdoor adventures like parks and zoos. Activities change with the seasons, but the focus is always on fun, friendship, and positive experiences.
For children who love adventure, we arrange short breaks filled with safe, exciting activities. These holidays are carefully planned to match abilities and interests, creating happy memories and giving you extra breathing space.
Whether you need a short window to attend an appointment, an evening to yourself, or a longer overnight break, we provide flexible care to fit around your schedule – at home or in a safe, appropriate setting.
Our Short Breaks are designed for children and young people with additional needs, including:
At QCM Healthcare, we believe Short Breaks should enrich children’s lives while giving families the support they need. Our services are developed in partnership with children, parents, carers, and local communities — and we continue to adapt and grow based on your needs.
Your loved one will always be cared for by highly qualified, compassionate, and flexible professionals.
Give yourself peace of mind and your child positive experiences with QCM Healthcare’s Short Breaks.
Contact Us Book Care NowA Short Break provides temporary respite care for children and young people with additional needs, giving families a chance to rest while ensuring their loved one is supported and engaged.
Breaks can range from 5 hours to several days — during the day, evening, overnight, weekends, or school holidays.
At home, in a carer’s home, residential settings, or in the community — depending on your family’s preference.
From arts & crafts to outdoor adventures, sessions are tailored to each child’s abilities and interests.
Yes. We provide specialist care, including 1:1 and 2:1 support, depending on your child’s requirements.