No family should be left to care for a disabled child alone. The Children’s Respite Trust offers respite care in East and West Sussex for children with complex physical and learning disabilities. This includes term time and holiday respite care, siblings’ clubs and family events.
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Situation
Caring for a child with a disability is something that never ends. In a survey of over 2000 families, the Disabled Children’s Partnership (2022) found: - 87% of parents had poor mental health - 67% of siblings felt isolated - Only 20% of parents had the support needed for their child to fulfil their potential This equates to huge unmet need. Based on 2024 government statistics, at least 10,000 children up to age 18 in East and West Sussex alone have complex additional needs.
Solution
Our offer: - Term time: Ofsted-rated “Good” Special Needs nursery, Mondays to Wednesdays, 9am-3pm. After School Clubs: Two days per week, 3-5pm for school aged children. - School holidays: 9 holiday clubs per week for 5-12 year olds and 13-17 year olds, 2.5 - 3 hours per session - Monthly: fun outings and activities for siblings aged 7+, 3 hours+ per session Easter, Christmas, and ad hoc: Fun and inclusive whole family days - Year-round: One-to-one support and information for parents
