Our research report on experiences of short breaks and respite is available now
Read the full report here
We aim to improve the quality and provision of short breaks in Scotland.
To do this, our small team covers a wide range of activities from information services such as our directory, events and publications through to research and policy work.
We work closely with other organisations, such as Scottish Government and the National Carer Organisations and we also deliver three programmes of the Short Breaks Fund, as well as our innovative social tourism initiative, Respitality.
We support unpaid carers to find balance
Our work ensures that everyone who provides unpaid care has the help they need to take regular short breaks from the demands of their everyday routines.
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Carers Week 2025 briefing: mental health and short breaks for unpaid carers
In recognition of Carers Week 2025, we have co-produced a briefing paper on mental health and wellbeing, and short breaks for unpaid carers, in collaboration with Carers Scotland.
Read more about Carers Week 2025 briefing: mental health and short breaks for unpaid carers
Parent carer quote
It’s so hard, sometimes, as a parent of a child with additional needs. It’s been brilliant to see our children have fun and make new friends, and to bond, laugh, cry with other parents that have similar challenges.Parent carer About a project funded through the Short Breaks Fund