We provide support to young people on the neurodevelopmental pathway, to help them become independent and confident individuals. We offer a range of services to young people aged 8-18 years* living in West Sussex, including those who are in or out of education. 

What's on

Support services for parents, carers, and commissioners

1:1 Enhanced support aims to empower and engage young people. 

1:1 Youth engagement support aims to empower young people with complex needs who have become disengaged from education and/or the community. 

Activities offered under West Sussex Short Breaks 

School holiday programme 

We organise fun activities and social events for young people during school holidays in Adur & Worthing, Arun, Mid Sussex, Crawley, and Chichester.

Family activity sessions

We provide fun sessions for the whole family throughout the county. 

Please note that all details, dates, and costs will be emailed to those on our mailing list and advertised via our social media. Places must be pre-booked via our booking system.

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Girls group

A term-time, venue-based session in Worthing designed specifically for young females. The group helps them expand their self-awareness, independence, and social experiences. 

Service information

West Sussex Short Breaks

Parent/carer

Commissioners

Please note that after you apply for support to the West Sussex Young People's Service, you will receive an acknowledgment letter. Following receipt of a referral, it may be necessary to undertake an assessment to advise regarding eligibility. 

*A young person must be between the ages of 7.5 and 17.5 years old on application.

Contact

If you would like any more information about our services, please contact our West Sussex Children and Young People’s Services at 01243 214120 or email us at [email protected].