Holidays

This section gives information about some of the organisations which offer holidays catering
specifically for children and adults with a learning disability, either unaccompanied or with
their families.

Contact a Family has published a Guide to Holidays, Play and Leisure which is available free
of charge from their helpline: 0808 808 3555

A list of organisations that offer free or discounted holiday breaks for disabled children and their carers can be found here

Financial Assistance Towards a Holiday

There are a number of trusts and voluntary funds available, which may be able to provide financial assistance towards the cost of a holiday. Listed below are such organisations.
Check eligibility criteria and application procedure with the fund.

Local authorities (Social Services Depts) too may be able to offer some assistance.