Take a Break Scotland now open for applications

We’re pleased to announce that Take a Break has re-opened for applications. Take a Break supports parent carers of disabled children and young people (aged 0 to 20) with complex additional needs in Scotland, to take a break.

This grant programme is funded by Scottish Government and delivered by us here at Family Fund. Take a Break grants can be used flexibly to suit your individual needs and interests. It can help towards things like:

• a holiday or short break away – for the carer, whole family or disabled young person 
• day trips – entrance fees to theme parks or zoos, meals out or a spa day 
• an additional carer – to enable you to relax and fully participate during a break away 
• travel costs – ferry, bus or train tickets, travel passes, flights, fuel or taxi fares 
• sport, play or leisure equipment – including camping equipment, a paddleboard or a trampoline 
• clubs and activities – membership fees, sports training, season tickets or hobby materials 
• digital devices and subscriptions – for entertainment, learning and socialising.

The grant scheme aims to improve unpaid carers’ quality of life, health and wellbeing. It does this by giving carers an opportunity to access a break from the day-to-day routine of caring.

I you have lived in Scotland for six months or longer, are a UK resident and are caring for a disabled child or young person aged 0 to 20 years old; you could be eligible for a Take a Break, Scotland short break grant.