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What are Short Breaks?
Our Short Breaks allows a disabled young person to have an enjoyable break away from their main carer and give their carer a break from their caring responsibilities.
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Am I Eligible?
Short Breaks’ core offer is for young people who:
- Are 5-17 years old (up until the day before your 18th birthday)
- Live in Hackney permanently
- Receive Disability Living Allowance (DLA) at Middle or High Rate or Personal Independent Payment (PIP) at Advanced
Apply Now
You can now submit your Short Breaks application online. If you experience any problems using the online form please contact us at short.breaks@hackney.gov.uk or 020 8356 6796.
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