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Simple terms explainer
Councils must consider short breaks as part of carer support. This means they should look at whether giving carers a temporary break from their caring responsibilities could help them maintain their health, wellbeing, and ability to continue caring. Short breaks can include respite care, day activities, or other services that give carers time for rest, leisure, or personal commitments.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Adult social care
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
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Bodies with shared interest
Standards and frameworks
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