KCC Adult Short Breaks

KCC Adult Short Breaks Adult short break services offer overnight stays in the five residential services across Kent (Ashford, Canterbury, Deal, Staplehurst, & Tunbridge Wells).

We support adults with learning disability and Autism in Care Quality Commission registered homes.

📖 A lovely, calm moment at AL enjoyed listening to a book being read by Hayley, one of our support workers, happily int...
07/06/2026

📖 A lovely, calm moment at
AL enjoyed listening to a book being read by Hayley, one of our support workers, happily interacting and engaging throughout 😊
Moments like this reflect the CQC assessment framework, particularly being Caring and Responsive – building positive relationships, supporting communication, and spending meaningful one‑to‑one time that really matters to the individual 💙

⛳ One of the people we support at Whitstable Road enjoyed a trip to Boughton Golf Club driving range. This is an activit...
06/06/2026

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One of the people we support at Whitstable Road enjoyed a trip to Boughton Golf Club driving range. This is an activity they often choose when staying with us, and it’s always great to see how much they enjoy it.
Days like this reflect the CQC assessment framework, especially being Responsive and Caring – supporting individual choices, interests and wellbeing while encouraging confidence and independence in the community 💙


💙 Today we say goodbye to Gemma Wade, our Business Support Lead for Adult Short Breaks.Gemma has been so much more than ...
05/06/2026

💙 Today we say goodbye to Gemma Wade, our Business Support Lead for Adult Short Breaks.
Gemma has been so much more than a colleague. She’s been a constant source of support and reassurance. Even on the busiest or most challenging days, Gemma’s ability to lighten the mood, make people laugh and put things into perspective helped lift spirits and bring teams together.
Her kindness, dedication and genuine care for both people and services have left a lasting impact on all of us, and she will be truly missed.

Here is what Gemma has to say about her time with Adult Short Breaks:
"After being part of team for the last six years, I’m feeling a real mix of emotions as I get ready to leave my role supporting Short Breaks and head over to begin a new chapter in Public Health next week.

I’ve absolutely loved my time here and feel so lucky to have worked with such an amazing group of people — truly the best work family I could have asked for. I’ll really miss everyone, from the day-to-day chats and laughter to the support, kindness and sense of teamwork that has made being part of Short Breaks so special.

I’m so proud of the services and everything they do to support those we support and their families. It’s been such a privilege to be part of it, and I’ll take away many happy memories. Thank you all for making my time here so special — I won’t forget it or you!"

👀 What am I? 👀 You’ll find me in the kitchen 🍳 I help mix things together 🥣 I’m used during cooking activitiesWhat am I?...
05/06/2026

👀 What am I? 👀

You’ll find me in the kitchen 🍳
I help mix things together 🥣
I’m used during cooking activities

What am I? 👇

🐣🌷 Throwback to Easter at Meadowside! 🌷🐣We’re looking back at a lovely Easter Sunday celebration at Meadowside, where th...
05/06/2026

🐣🌷 Throwback to Easter at Meadowside! 🌷🐣

We’re looking back at a lovely Easter Sunday celebration at Meadowside, where the people we support enjoyed a fun-filled Easter egg hunt in the garden 🐰🍫

There was lots of excitement as everyone searched high and low to find hidden chocolate eggs, with smiles, laughter, and teamwork all around. It was wonderful to see everyone getting involved, supporting one another, and celebrating together in such a joyful way 💛

Moments like these are so important in creating meaningful experiences and promoting wellbeing. This activity links closely to the CQC Quality Statements:
🌼 Caring – Supporting people to enjoy activities they love, building positive relationships and shared experiences
🌼 Responsive – Providing personalised, seasonal activities that reflect individual interests and preferences
🌼 Well-led – Creating an inclusive and positive culture where people feel valued, engaged, and supported
🌼 Effective – Encouraging social interaction, physical activity, and emotional wellbeing through meaningful engagement

A big thank you to everyone who helped make the day so special 🐣✨

🍕 Getting Hands‑On at Rusthall 🍕C.W had great fun getting hands on and creating her own homemade pizza for dinner!Activi...
04/06/2026

🍕 Getting Hands‑On at Rusthall 🍕
C.W had great fun getting hands on and creating her own homemade pizza for dinner!
Activities like this support the CQC assessment framework by promoting independence, choice, and life skills, while also building confidence and enjoyment through everyday experiences. A lovely, meaningful moment 😊

🚨Whitstable Road Day Out 🚓 Kent Police Museum We had a great day at the Kent Police Museum — trying out a police bike, h...
03/06/2026

🚨Whitstable Road Day Out 🚓 Kent Police Museum

We had a great day at the Kent Police Museum — trying out a police bike, having a go with some gear, and learning something new!
Trips like this support the CQC assessment framework, helping people enjoy meaningful activities, build confidence, and stay connected with their community 😊

🐈‍⬛🐾 A lovely visit to one of 's favourite places, Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary, followed by some lovely lunch at The Fi...
02/06/2026

🐈‍⬛🐾 A lovely visit to one of 's favourite places, Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary, followed by some lovely lunch at The Fifth Trust Café ☕🐱
Days like this give people the opportunity to enjoy familiar, meaningful places in the community, make choices about how they spend their time, and relax in environments they genuinely enjoy.
This reflects the CQC assessment framework, particularly:

Caring – supporting people with kindness, respect and an understanding of what matters most to them
Responsive – planning outings based on individual interests and preferences
Effective – promoting emotional wellbeing, social inclusion and enjoyment through meaningful experiences

Supporting people to stay connected to their community and enjoy life’s simple pleasures is at the heart of what we do 💚

Address

Invicta House (head Office)
Maidstone
ME141XQ

Telephone

+443000416161

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