Short breaks
Our short breaks services are a chance for the whole family to recharge their batteries.
They give children and young people an opportunity to make friends, have fun, and experience new things.
We’ve put a lot of love into designing our short breaks homes to create warm, friendly and nurturing spaces for the young people we support. They really are a home from home.
Learn more about our three homes, all based in Stockport, below and how to access our Short Breaks service:
Short break homes for CYP
Woodlands
Woodlands is a short break service, providing respite and shared care for children and young people up to age 17 with a range of complex needs.
Our home has been specially designed with our young people in mind. We have five bedrooms, adapted living spaces and a beautiful sensory garden.
It’s a calm, safe and stimulating space where we can support your child’s needs while helping them develop to their full potential.
Meridian
Meridian is a safe and welcoming home for children and young people up to age 17 with learning disabilities and/or autism.
We have sensory rooms, low stimulus spaces, an outdoor play area, as well as our lovely communal spaces.
With space for up to five children each night, we offer personalised care and plenty of opportunities for your child to learn, socialise and play.
“They have helped him access activities he would never be able to at home.”
– Parent of young person who attends Meridian
Short break homes for adults
Pearce Lodge
Pearce Lodge offers a short breaks service for young adults aged 18-25 years old with learning and/or physical disabilities and clinical care needs.
Our large, five-bedroom bungalow has full wheelchair access, ceiling tracking hoists throughout and homely communal areas for spending time together.
We provide fun and engaging activities that could include cinema, days out, daily living skills, baking, arts and crafts, and sensory play.
FAQs
Where are your homes?
We have three homes in the North West where we can offer short breaks to families. They’re all based in the Stockport area.
Who can take short breaks at your homes?
Our homes are designed for children and young people aged 5 to 25-years-old.
Meridian welcomes young people up to the age of 17 with learning and communication difficulties, autism and associated challenging behaviours.
Woodlands is designed for young people with physical disabilities, complex medical needs, learning difficulties and sensory impairments up to the age 17.
Pearce Lodge offers support for young adults aged 18-25 years old with learning and/or physical disabilities and clinical care needs.
What will my child do during a short break?
Short breaks are a great opportunity for your child to learn, play and socialise while getting all the support they need. From horse riding to horticulture, young people can take part in all kinds of experiences.
We know that every young person is different, so we’ll work with you to shape the right plan for them. We also think carefully about the group dynamic in our homes, so that every child feels comfortable and gets the most out of their stay.
What kind of support do you offer?
Our dedicated, friendly team has a wide range of expertise, so we can offer truly personalised care to the young people we support. Staff are trained in accredited behaviour management approaches, P.E.C.S, Makaton and ASC specific training.
We also have the wider Together Trust family at our fingertips, including speech and language therapists, clinical psychologists, sleep experts and school teams.
We’re so proud of our homes. Whether your child is with us for a few days or a few months, they get the same level of care and support.
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