Short term breaks (Respite care)
Short term breaks support disabled children and their families. Children on the scheme can have a wide range of needs – from mild disabilities or learning difficulties to very complex health needs.
We always need people who have the skills and experience – through nursing for example – to help children with limited mobility or with health conditions that require particular attention. Many successful applicants have no experience at all.
Carers and young people are carefully matched so that you both know what to expect. You get to meet the child beforehand and will not be asked to take on more than you feel you can cope with. You will be trained and assessed as a foster carer and receive support from family placements, parents and health professionals if this is needed.
- Short term break fostering information pack (PDF 1.17MB)
- Short term break fostering leaflet (PDF 1.49MB)
Contact us
Fostering and Adoption Services in Walsall
106 Essington Road
New Invention
Willenhall WV12 5EX
Enquiries Freephone 0800 923 3706
All other calls 0845 111 2834
Fax 01922 493824
Email familyplacementsservices@walsall.gov.uk