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West Dunbartonshire Short Breaks

When you get an adult carer assessment and support plan or young carer statement, West Dunbartonshire HSCP must consider if your support should include a break from caring.

Respite or short break support and services can take many forms and funding can be used for many things. Short breaks can include time to: experience new things; catch up with friends; rest and recharge; enjoy personal interests, like a hobby or having a day out shopping.

You can help decide how long or how regular your short break is. A break can be a: holiday, day out, overnight break, regular hour to yourself, one-off occasion. Breaks can be taken: with the person you care for with extra help; on your own.