We provide a range of high-quality short breaks for people with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Our short breaks in Suffolk offer the opportunity to enjoy a break from home and experience a range of activities and skills whilst offering family carers a valuable break from their caring responsibilities with the reassurance that their relative is in safe hands and having a great time.

Stop Press! New this year- Themed Short Breaks!

This year, John Turner House will be offering it’s first Themed Short Break! Offering 4 Nights accommodation, 24/7 support*,  all meals included and a variety of activities for £1,600! (*Extra costs may occur depending on support needs – talk to us!)

There will be visits to Africa Alive, the Sea Life Centre, the Transport Museum, the model village and the arcades as well as a trips on a Waveney Stardust Cruiser!

There will also be Fish & Chips on the beach and a Quiz night!

For more information about the themed break, click on the electronic brochure to the right. For more information on John Turner House, click below.

 

Personalised Care

Our Short break units, which are in three locations across the county, offer a warm welcome and enjoyable stay based on the guests’ own personal preferences.

They are extremely well-equipped with the latest technology and facilities, which can cater for those who have additional needs such as epilepsy or a physical disability.

Our lounge and dining areas are comfortable and stylish and allow lots of social opportunities as well as the chance to get away from it all in the relaxing and tranquil gardens.

The safe, supported environment enables guests to make their own choices about their room, what they want to do including choosing activities they want to participate in. It’s a fantastic opportunity for guests to develop more independent learning skills, make friends, enjoying new experiences whilst providing their family members with some respite.

We also offer support outside of the units, for instance within the customers home, to provide families respite and the opportunity to pursue holidays and time away from the family home.

Short Breaks for Younger People!

Young people from the age of 16 are welcome to use our services, get in touch for more info.

 Short Breaks for People with Dementia

We are currently piloting short breaks for people with Dementia at John Turner House, our short break unit in Lowestoft.

Click below to see more.

This is an image of a young girl with Down's syndrome who is wearing a pink top and she has long brown hair. She is stood behind a vase of pink, yellow and purple flowers and she is smiling. This is a photograph of our short break service which is a respite service for caregivers and also helps autistic adults transition to independent or supported living.

Find out more about the short break accommodation and activities we offer at:

Short Break Support in the Home

We also provide short break support in the home.

This can enable family carers to take a short trip away, have a night out or to attend an appointment for a few hours.

Contact info@leadinglives.org.uk to find out more about this valuable service.

Emergency Care

We can respond quickly in time of crisis and can accommodate referrals at short notice.

Contact us now for assistance: info@leadinglives.org.uk or call 01473 406777.

If you would like to make a short break enquiry, please complete our Referral Form.

Our Short Break Service is CQC registered.

All accommodations are registered with the Care Quality Commission.