Our Services
The Extern Short Stay Break Service is a planned, or emergency, break as an alternative to being placed in short-term care, by providing three or four day social, educational, cultural and recreational respite to young people, aged 7-17.
How do I get support?
(Northern, Belfast and SE Trusts)
Tel: +44 (0)7484 536616
Email: [email protected]
(Western Trust)
Tel: +44 (0)7442 509362
Email: [email protected]
In collaboration with social workers, our Short Stay Break Service serves as a responsive sanctuary for young individuals facing crises, offering a secure haven where they can introspect and feel a sense of worth. It provides a safe space where individuals can find respite, allowing them the opportunity to reflect and recharge.
Operating for over 30 years, the Extern Short Stay Break Service offers a structured break at our custom-built Roscor Youth Village or Kinahalla Youth Village, in Co Down, with a highly-experienced and trained staff team.
The Short Stay Break Service serves as a pivotal resource, granting social workers and caregivers the necessary time to identify stressors and establish connections to vital support networks.
Our dedicated staff are equipped with a diverse range of skill sets and possess a heightened sensitivity towards effective methods of support for children who have encountered trauma.
All referrals to our Short Break Stay Service are facilitated exclusively through social work departments, ensuring a streamlined process that prioritises the well-being and needs of the young individuals seeking our support.
Our focus remains unwaveringly on providing a safe haven and facilitating connections that aid in healing and growth during challenging times.