Family Holiday Grants

Originally written by Kevin Watson, updated by the editorial team on 19th July 2026

What help is available for family holidays?

If your family is on a low income and has not had a break together for a long time, there are charities that may be able to help. These organisations fund UK holidays and short breaks for families facing difficult circumstances.

Eligibility typically requires both a financial and circumstantial element. You will usually need to be dealing with a disability, serious illness, caring responsibilities, bereavement, or domestic abuse alongside low income. Grants are usually paid directly to the accommodation provider rather than given as cash to your family.

Demand for these funds is high, and many operate in rounds or have geographic restrictions. Checking the official websites and applying early is important.

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Charities that fund family breaks

The Family Holiday Charity is one of the main organisations offering holiday support. It funds UK breaks for families who have not had a holiday together for an extended period and are facing tough circumstances on top of low income. There is an important requirement: you cannot apply directly. A professional who works with your family, such as a social worker, health visitor, teacher, or support worker from a registered charity or statutory service, must submit the application on your behalf. Check the charity's website at familyholidaycharity.org.uk for full eligibility details and how the referral process works.

Family Fund supports families raising a disabled or seriously ill child or young person. It can help with a family break as well as other essentials like equipment and clothing. Families can apply directly without needing a professional referrer. Visit familyfund.org.uk to see the current criteria and how to apply.

Happy Days Children's Charity offers family day trips and holiday breaks for children with special educational needs, disabilities, life limiting illness, or those who have experienced abuse, neglect, bereavement, or are young carers. Both parents and professionals can submit applications. Their website at happydayscharity.org explains what is covered and who qualifies.

The 3H Foundation provides grants toward UK break accommodation for disabled people and their carers, as well as unpaid carers seeking respite. Eligibility changes depending on the funding round and geographic area, so you will need to check their current page at the3hfoundation.org.uk to see if your area is included. You can apply directly through their application form.

Your situation may be slightly different. ask a question below ↓ and our editorial team will reply with our advice.

Other specialist support

Several other charities offer breaks for people in particular circumstances:

Revitalise provides respite holidays for disabled people and carers
Calvert Trust offers accessible outdoor activity holidays
Carefree arranges breaks for full time unpaid adult carers
The Honeypot Children's Charity provides respite for young carers
Break supports children in care, on the edge of care, or leaving care
Care for the Family runs holidays for single parent families
YHA offers bursary places for eligible young people

Each charity has its own eligibility rules and application process. Visit their websites directly to find out whether you or your family might qualify.

Finding grants and checking your benefits

If you are not sure where to start, Turn2us runs a free Grants Search tool to help you find charitable funds you might be eligible for. It does not provide holiday funding itself, but it can point you toward smaller local or specialist grants you might otherwise miss. Turn2us also has a Benefits Calculator to check whether you are claiming everything you are entitled to. Visit turn2us.org.uk to access both tools.

Before applying anywhere, make sure you are getting all the benefits your family is due. Extra income from benefits you have not claimed could make a break more affordable, even without a grant.

When you find a scheme that looks relevant, read the eligibility criteria carefully and apply as early as possible. Funding is limited and waiting lists can be long. Always check the specific application route for each charity, as some require professional referrals while others accept direct applications from families. If one charity cannot help, another might.

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GrantsExpert Editor 19/05/2026 at 9:17 am

@Ty Sorry to hear things are so tough at the moment. Have a look at the Family Fund, as they specifically help families raising a disabled or seriously ill child and do grants towards breaks. Also worth contacting the Family Holiday Charity, who fund short UK breaks for families under financial and emotional strain, and your transplant unit may know of patient charities that help too. A referrer like a social worker, GP or health visitor usually needs to apply on your behalf.

Ty 06/03/2024 at 2:55 pm

Im suffering with mental health and other problems and I have a family of 4 with one disabled child who has had a transplant .times are very difficult and it’s very hard to find money to try and give us a holiday :)

Gizmo 27/10/2023 at 5:40 am

I hav already written about my situation and had no reply

Jessy 16/10/2023 at 12:07 pm

Hey I am a career in uk for my father whom is 50 years old and lives in Sheffield I literally care over 40hours a week he has serve mental health, schizophrenia, depression, psychosis things can be extremely hard I am also a single mother of two children due to caring for my father I can not find time to work as his needs are my priority I’m looking for help with funding for holidays and also driving lessons please can anyone help?

Elizabeth42@!!!!!! 15/08/2023 at 11:04 pm

Hi I'm really not in a good place mentally I have emotional unstable borderline personality disorder anxiety and depression for last ten years my son hung himself in January air ambulance saved him but icu let him walk out hospital barefoot day after he came out coma i tried hang myself too out same bedroom window which let to me nearly loosing arm broke n shattered in 3 places broken septrum chestbone and head injury I so need a relaxing lit break as I'm trying get house move last 6 months and slowly loosing will to live even tho I'm getting support from mind Nd impact mental health services as so worthless

Gizmo22 15/08/2023 at 10:58 pm

Wee weegie Helen 10/08/2023 at 6:19 am

Hello, my name is Helen. I have bipolar disorder, p t.s.d. I was robbed and held at knife point in my own home a few months ago, my car was stolen, since this has happened I can't sleep, I've lost weight, I barely go out the door, I have severe flashbacks, my bipolar is rife, I have felt suicidal many times, a short holiday or break would be so good for my mental health, going away somewhere i won't be judged or stared at, it woukd give me a chance to recuperate, relax and just feel safe and at ease. A holiday or short break would mean so much to me, all I ask is for someone to please consider me for a short break or holiday to regain my confidence. It would heal my p.t.s.d. in ways, I would be so grateful for the opportunity to have a break. Many many thanks x

Ann 21/06/2023 at 12:41 pm

Hi my psychologist therapist ask me to contact you if you will be able to help support me with any holiday caravans for this summer in UK.
Im 44years old with health and mental problems lone parents with my Young carer 13 years old daughter without help from anyone .
Thanks

Joe 16/05/2023 at 2:07 am

I'm a 52 year old woman who struggles with severe bipolar disorder and don't get out much also have a autistic son and never get much time for myself I'm finding it really tough at moment and could do with a few days of respite and struggling financially thankyou

Sim 26/02/2023 at 2:48 pm

Hi I have a son 13 with ADHD and Autsim as a single mother is really hard at time so with a small holiday break for us would be really appreciated.

Cars01 07/02/2023 at 11:47 pm

Hi my my partner & I have two children each, I suffer from Fibomyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Raynauds & achillies Tendinitis, my partner carers for me 24/7. We have a 12 year old boy with Cystic Fibrosis & a 16 year old that has just been diagnosed with IBD & Complex PTSD. We have been fighting an on going battle in court with my partners ex which has caused us to beg borrow and steal thousands. We have all been through a lot and I would love to make it possible for us all to go on a family holiday abroad. I understand that there are lots of familes in need and I am not asking for a free family holiday but I am asking if there is any charity that could perhaps help us out in any way at all please?

Linz 27/07/2021 at 9:53 am

My youngest boy who is 15 had adhd and hardly goes out , it would be so nice to take him and his brothers away but it's hard with three teenage boys to get money , is there any help I can receive , thank you

Cinderella 25/07/2020 at 7:14 pm

My soN has adhd , very demanding and very tiring but I do love him , would love to be able to take him on holiday with kids like him

Jubbzzz 25/07/2020 at 3:15 am

Hi guys my younger brother Jubaer Ahmed has Dansindrome disabled for life , he is 20 yet he has a brain of a 5 year old , severe learning difficulties, he also suffer from autism . Please guys want to get funding for a trip to take him holiday . Also my mum n dad are very old getting weaker every day , myself suffer from depression and severe mental problems . Please advise me on who can give us funding for a trip I believe it will really help us , and make my brother happy .

Nazis 13/07/2020 at 4:45 pm

Please can I have fund for a short break
With my kids
I am a severe ill patient

Grammy 28/05/2020 at 12:37 pm

My daughter had severe stroke in 2016 which left her leftside dormen. She has 4 children who all carers they have not had a holiday a break would boost them all any help would be appreciated.Thanks

Emily 27/03/2020 at 7:31 pm

Hi I am suffering really bad with depression and suicidal thoughts

Gran5 11/02/2020 at 11:43 pm

Hi I'm looking for help or to be pointed in the right direction. But I'm looking for somewhere who will help a struggling family afford a short break. The child as medical problems. Spd , pica syndrome and waiting on diagnosis on her heart. Also maybe ADHD. And mums a carer for her mum. A short break would be a little head space for them ..please can you send information on where we could ask for help.

Razzor 20/06/2019 at 6:07 pm

Can someone advise where can get funding towards a holiday or of restbite holidays

gaz 12/06/2019 at 6:02 pm

Could anybody give me advice on where to enquire or who to ask. I am a 44yr man ihave mental health problems with suicidal tenencies self harm depression anxiety. I also have sleep apnia. I am also disabled with severe pain in my left foot from a fussion that didnt work out well. I live in a 1 bedroom flat and desperately need it all decorating. its all yellow stained with years of tobacco smoke. I am trying to find help out there to see if its possible to get a painter and decorator just to come and re-gloss all the skirting boards radiators and doors throughout as i can not stand for long or climb ladders. I know that community service (criminal justice system) provide slaves joking, i mean offenders, to do painting jobs but this is my home so i need a skilled painter and decorator to do the job properley. I have enquired but the quotes I have been getting are well out of my price range £140-£160 a day. Im only on benefits. So please if anybody can point me in the right direction id be forever greatful

Val 08/06/2019 at 5:24 pm

Hi I am a gran bringing up 2 grand sons age 13 and 12 I have a heart condition diabetic .and COPD .Is there any associations out there to help us have a breakWe've been together for 8 years woth no breaks Id love to build some nice memories with my 2 boy not getting any your ypurs with thanks
Valerie

Ki 26/05/2019 at 4:57 pm

Hi.
My brother is 21 years old. He is autistic and my mum has depression. Me and my sister look after them both. Are there any charities which can orovide grants towards a holidays abroad? Thank you so much

Due droo 18/05/2019 at 7:00 pm

Do you know ware can get grant or chairty help to ware taking them away etc if you send me details then I explain all there needs and what wrong with them and my self no charity will help once’s you get you get to over 25 etc your j Hyde

Polarbear2 15/04/2019 at 2:34 pm

Hi there.

I am a disabled single adult with 2 of my 3 beautiful children disabled.
1 : is on the SEND reg due to global developmental delay/2 years behind, is under the EP's - SALT are also involved - awaiting referal for pead's .
2: has Anger and behavioural issues due to Gender Identity Dysphoria.

I am looking for a cheap holiday/possible funding for my family & a friend for my daughter to come along - My eldest the non disabled one - needs some major respite from us 3! She needs to relax and enjoy life as on top of having her mother disabled, her father has long term cancer so she's dealing with alot along with being bullied for 4 years & self harming. She's doing great at present and I couldn't be more proud of who and what she's achieved so due to all that! I believe she needs some her time to do what she wants away from us!! Any help/advice is welcome.
Thank you in advance for your help.

Mo 13/04/2019 at 7:25 pm

I am severely disabled dult with carer who looks fter me. I m trying to find out whether there are any grants availble to pay for her to accompany me on holiday.
Any advice would be appreciated,

1988 24/03/2019 at 3:37 pm

Please can someone get in touch with me for more information.

ang 07/03/2019 at 8:33 pm

could you help me find someone who will help us with a holiday i am a carer with a husband with a disibility also i have a daughter who has angelman sydrome and would like help so we could go on a family holiday, i keep looking on line but it keep going to other things , could you help me please with who will help us, thank you

Nav 17/01/2019 at 11:43 pm

I have been treated blind since March with macular degeneration and I have lost my job and currently getting pip and Esa and have 3 disabled children and it has become to make ends meet financially as I have no employment and with my benefits I just about to pay the bills.I want to apply for a grant for a holiday as I have been going through depression as it’s difficult to accept my blindness.Can you please give me the feedback of my enquiry please.

GrantsExpert Editor 26/06/2018 at 1:56 pm

You sounds like a great dad Keith, have you tried any of the suggestions in the above article?

james 25/06/2018 at 5:05 pm

My name is Keith and I have a daughters of 11 years old I suffer with depression and get low mood I just had a triple heart bypass a bout 15 mouth ago still on the mend my daughter was bullied for two years and she got anger problem and recently she started to cut her self which as been a wary for me I have to check every day but she assent done eny more thank god every year we try and go on holiday which we have been to polish warren which is good got a pool club for the kid beach just down the road in which she enjoys and it get as a way from here for 4 days but every year it a struggle trying to get the money together I am a one parent bring my daughter up it as been hard but we try and get on with it so that my story a boat as Keith and Alicia thank you

GrantsExpert Editor 21/05/2018 at 12:33 pm

First of all make sure you are receiving the correct amount of child maintenance, talk to CM Options about this for advice.. The links in the above article should give you some options to try for family holiday funding assistance. Or the Grants Search Tool might be useful

cola 19/05/2018 at 9:15 pm

Hi I am a single full time working mother on a low income. For the past 11 years I have been working in a school for children with SEBD and MH. A and have been in financial difficulties since my physically and emotionally abusive husband left me with a large amount of debt which almost resulted in me and my children loosing our home. Thankfully I managed to just about keep a roof over our head. Its been a constant struggle. I was being treated for depression before my ex left and I still take medication now. With a demanding job, low income and what feels like not a minute spare in the day its safe to say I on single parent burn out.
After my husband left I ended up in another abusive relationship that ended because of the domestic violent to me in front of my girls. I now suffer with anxiety and panic disorder. At this current time my mental heath has got worse and I cant seem to get help with this. Im so worried how this will effect my children. I wish I could do more for them, they ask when can we have a holiday and it breaks my heart knowing I cant take them away, finances just dont allow it. Finances dont even stretch to the basic of new clothes and haircuts. I also dont feel the get the quality time they should with me. I constantly feel overwhelmed with life in general. Its all very difficult, I get snappy and I hate myself for it. Wish I could stop n breath and spend relaxed quality time with them havin fun. I feel all I bring them is sadness and myself, when all ive tried to do is my best to bring them up alone. With no support network im lost alone in the dark, i dont like it as its scary here in my mind. Now Im scared how it feels for them and consumed with guild because mental health mummy is no good no matter how hard she tried

Casper 04/05/2018 at 8:15 pm

Im trying to get funding for when we move home to another council home. I anticipate a move before summer but I need funding. I would like to secure a holiday for my son and I this year. He was almost a victim of knife crime and set on in our neighborhood.antisocial thugs have made home life hell. I suffer depression and he can't focus on school most days. I need to disconnect before the end of the year with a simple holiday for him. Where can I get funding. A budget ing loan is already being paid back from last year so I can't borrow much more.

Super Mum 12/04/2018 at 8:17 pm

I’m looking for help getting a family holiday as my 9 year old son has adhd and server learning disabilities I also have 2 daughters Lexi 6 Lacey 2 who could do with a break as they deal with a lot we haven’t been out as a family for 18 month I think some time away doing fun things has a family would really help us get on track please tell me who can help just a carvan holiday with children activities school support worker and pso police officer would back any applicants just need to no who to contact thanks geraldinebenson

GrantsExpert Editor 03/04/2018 at 3:04 pm

Please see the suggestions in the above article. Unfortunately we do not have any further information.

lisa jacko 30/03/2018 at 7:50 pm

im looking for help with a grant or vouchers to be able to take family on a much needed hoilday im husband neurological brian disorder, sleep apnea, cataplexy and a few more illness ,
i also habe 3 children 6,8 and 12 my 8 year old id currently being accessed for asd and adhd plus she is dyslexic
with are lives been turned upside down in the last 4 years with my husband illness coming to life we have not been able to go away anywhere and the children would love a break
if anyone has any information where or how i can find out i would be so greatful

Tof 18/03/2018 at 9:57 am

Hi I hope your well and I just want to let you know that I would like to apply holiday grant because I want to have a break for holiday with my family. I got disabilities and I get PIP benefit so it helps my mum to pay all the bills and we can't make that much saving. So we would like to apply holiday grant.

Becky 17/02/2018 at 1:28 am

Hiya I was wondering if we would get help with a wee break away my son has ADHD and ODD and sleep disorder, I have another 3 children who struggle everyday with his outbursts, Me and my partner would just love to take them away and have a nice family break and have some fun, thank you

Kaz 16/02/2018 at 1:59 pm

Hello my son has conduct disorder and needs constant supervision while at home and college and outdoors, also in the last 4 years his grandma and 3 greatgrandmas have passed away its a lot for him to cope with, so it would help him a lot to have even a weekend away at the seaside is there any advice on applying for a holiday you could send me please thanks in advice

Thomson 17/01/2018 at 7:06 am

Hello could you send me some information please as I would like to know how my son and my family can have a short hoilday his has autism and ADHD.

Gel 12/01/2018 at 10:00 pm

Need some advice how and were do I get help getting a holiday for my family my 9 year old has server learning and emotional disabilities and also being assisted for ADHA sleeping disorders and break away from all the stress in the summer holidays would really help him aswell as myself and his 2 young sisters who it affects deeply aswell any help I am grateful for x

Heather 06/01/2018 at 11:34 pm

Hello am disabled born deaf and have setsica back problems for many of years always in pain never had a holiday at all in my life, my dad disabled too he have spinal injury for a few years,, and my mum who look after him and my husband looks after me think we all would like a holiday together and moments

Kelly Ann 05/01/2018 at 11:31 pm

Hi there, I’m a victim of domestic vilonce and would love the opportunity to take my kids away as we have been through so much for 17 years

Trixie 04/01/2018 at 1:04 pm

I haventvhad holiday for 12 years been through he'll lost my mum 3 years ago then diagnosed with copd, and fibraMalaga. La st March my lovely Labrador .he wasc12 was put to sleep. I am still grieving for him cryveveryday do suffer with depression have all my life I am so lonely hate my life. Even though got a smaller dog as can't wa'll far as have lot back pain. Would love a break at coast this year. Many thanks

Ds 27/10/2017 at 2:17 pm

Hi my partner was murdered and my son and I were left devastated can we get a voucher for holiday

Sami 08/09/2017 at 9:12 am

Hi I was wondering how I can get help with a short break for my family I am a carer for my son who has ADHD he gets DLA can I get help with a short break away and who do I apply to thankyou

GrantsExpert Editor 07/09/2017 at 11:03 am

Please try the recommendations in the above article and also responses to some of the comments below.

Food 06/09/2017 at 11:22 am

Hi my husband as alzarmers just wonder if I could get help for a holiday for him please email.me thanks

joey 05/09/2017 at 1:42 pm

hi i was wondering if i would get a hoilday grant for myself & family because i have recently been diagnosed with hiv & servere depression & am under going counciling ..

GrantsExpert Editor 04/09/2017 at 2:23 pm

Try the examples in the above article. The Turn2 us website might also be useful

gwenny14 29/08/2017 at 12:04 pm

Hi I am wondering if I could apply for a holiday voucher for myself daughter and grandchildren I am in receipt of mobility higher rate and care middle rate if I can how do I get form to apply ty very much

Courtney 25/08/2017 at 1:13 am

Hi was wondering if these charities would offer holidays to adults with type 1 diabetic or with mobility issues like degenerative scoliosis of the spine. Im asking for myself but would like to take my family with me too partner and step son. Its so stressful all these appointments and conditions my daily life is just pain, stress and struggling with money would they do like week or weekend breaks in the form of a grant for someone like me? I also suffer depression and take medication for that.

GrantsExpert Editor 31/07/2017 at 10:07 am

Have you tried the 3 organisations listed above? You could also try: Embrace or look for resources in your area via the Survivors' Trust

Si 27/07/2017 at 1:50 am

Hi my 13 year old daughter is a victim of rape, I would love to take her away for a while just to if not forget, but to feel like a 13 year old again. I'm a single parent who has to give up her job so I could support her daughter. Any ideas where I can get help please

Kezerbell 25/06/2017 at 12:17 pm

I've suffered with depressed for the past 10 years I've lost my 3 kids Duse to social and have been adopted plus i have no help or surport from any of my family as they did not wanna know ive had Abuse of my daughter dads family all the rude remarks and every thing think me and my bf and our Lil man Teddie need a break from it all its make in me feel like I'm not worth it but I've proven to every one I can just think we need a break thanks x

Red 12/05/2017 at 11:19 am

Hi

I am looking for a grant for a family holiday. We do not have disabled children but my husband has severe depression and is on esa. I am having trouble working out who could help.

GrantsExpert Editor 11/05/2017 at 1:49 pm

Have you tried the organisations mentioned in the above article?

GrantsExpert Editor 10/05/2017 at 10:01 am

Have you tried the organisations mentioned in the article?

Liby 10/05/2017 at 9:56 am

Hello I'm a single mum who suffers clinical depression and have done last 10 years if not more my 17 year old has aspergus syndrome an social anxiety my oldest son is 20 and his carer I work full time to keep a roof over our heads the last proper holiday Leighton was 18 months old and is now nearlie 18 never been able to afford holiday as single parent just one wage coming on an no help with anything x I also have permanent nerve damage in right leg an foot take alot of tablets for pain so I'm not as active thanks 4 reading leanne x

L 09/05/2017 at 2:13 am

Hi av been suffering with depression for nearly two year i have two daughter also and we have never had family holiday. At the start of the year we lost my mum due to cancer so i have also been grieving. Is there anyone who could help me really need a holiday away. X

Goldie56 28/04/2017 at 4:00 pm

I'm trying to find the site for holiday vouchers I am my disabled wife's carer.we have not had a holiday for years could someone help me on this many thanks

Janven 06/04/2017 at 9:25 pm

Could do with a break as look after ADHD child and his baby brother while my singel daughter works I my self are ill have heamacromatosis osteoarthritis in spine knees hips feet hands neck along with bone overgrowth due to this also diabetic have high bp glowcoma also being treated for depression, finding hard and a weeks break do me world good thx jan

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Jane 16/01/2017 at 10:11 pm

I have a blind and disabled daughter she is 35 next week in September we were told she had a brain tumour the size of a small apple we would like to take her away for a few days but as we are unemployed funding is had and I don't know of any trust or anyone would could help any suggestion plz x

Lisa 30/12/2016 at 10:18 pm

I'm trying to apply for holiday vouchers as I'm not sure what website to go on

Sarz 17/10/2016 at 6:51 am

I'm a single mum of 10 children,im suffering from mental illness and I've got several of my children who are disabled,i managed to get 500 pounds for half term holiday starting this week end,im struggling to find ways to finance the holiday as the family fund grant only just covered the accommodation,im really anxious about the whole thing,any suggestions or advice would be great appreciated

Clina 29/09/2016 at 5:46 pm

My husband has end stage kidney failure false leg and diabetes we have not had a holiday for 10 years is there anywhere with a dialysis unit please

GrantsExpert Editor 20/09/2016 at 12:14 pm

Try some of the organisations suggested in the article and in the responses below.

Frankie 07/09/2016 at 12:33 pm

Single mum of 4, son just been diagnosed of ADHD, after a 4yr struggle with him, haven't had a holiday in yrs,would love a little extra money to take them somewhere nice&make happy memories...effects all of us,when times get tough x

Sammy 06/08/2016 at 12:24 pm

Hi I have an 11 year old son with ADHD possible asd an autism, I'm on a very low income an i feel like we need a holiday to get him away to relax an enjoy sum summer holidays. I haven't got any clue of what help is available for us. He keeps saying he needs a break away. Is there any organization who could help? Thank u.

Lyn 02/08/2016 at 9:09 am

Hi my son has ASD SPD gdd speech delay except for family funds is there any other ones that can help with holidays abroad.

beckley 23/07/2016 at 10:20 pm

Hi please could i get help my 3 children have only ever been to the seaside for a say trip with me and my eldest is 14years 11years and 7years we really need a few days brake please what help can i get

GrantsExpert Editor 19/07/2016 at 12:05 pm

Try the suggestions in the above article. You could also try the Turn2Us grant search facility

Sami 17/07/2016 at 8:01 pm

Please can you help my family to enjoy the summer holidays I am on a very low wage and my son has asd and adhd he needs constant emotional support and stimulation. I would really like to take him out for day trips or a holiday. Please can you help?

Jerry 09/06/2016 at 9:12 pm

Hi hope you can hope
Do you do grants for families who have a mentally ill father husband mi have pyhcosis BPD and PTSD I struggle daily withvsuicide it's horrible I've just come out of hospital
I'm on benefits it's a struggle I have a con and mental health team etc
They say it do us all the works if good social services are involved as my children are 7 & 9
I feel terrible I'd just like help please
Jerry

GrantsExpert Editor 08/06/2016 at 10:28 am

Try the organisations mentioned in the article above. You might also want to try: MIND or Respite Association

Suesybear 06/06/2016 at 5:20 pm

I was wondering if you could help me, i hav recently had to give up my job,bcos im suffering from mental health ussues,i hav anxiety and depression,agrophobia,i used to b such a fun outgoin bubbly happy woman(45yrs old)my partner has been my carer for the past year,hes never moaned and hes done everythink for me, hes been golden,but i no deep down he would like us to both have a break, but we cant afford even a day away, i no he would appreciate time off from looking after me, and i think it would do our relationship the world of good.

tammy 29/05/2016 at 9:46 pm

When i was 14 a close friend rape me and i cont tell anyone because i was scare of what mit happen but from that i wouldnt go out or speak to anyone not even my mum who i was real close to ... At the time i wanted to curl up and died but still i never said anything . over the years i fell in and out of depression due to losing my daughter to social services then on to losing the close person in my life and that was my mother ... Well ve never been away or even had to money to go on a daytrip because ve always wanted to go back to Blackpool because my mum use to take us up there when i was a kid so could you please help

mekidsmyman 24/04/2016 at 12:06 am

Up until 3 year ago my partner was the bread winner of are happy go home. Myself , partner and 3 children aga 5 ,10 ,and almost 12 .
My 10 year old girl as had ADHD and IBS since she was 4 but the last 3 year having been so hard . I lost my dad kids are still coming to trims with there loss of there Grandad my partner who i also care for had an accident were he almost lost his leg and still to have operations to be maid right if it ever will be my eldest son has just done 12 week flat out on a bed due to him breaking his neck on are treperlin he's now been aloud to go back to school and had to move home due to house being unfit to live in we have really been able to do much due to not much money coming in so I was wondering if there was any chance of help funding a little break away for us all for any time threw six weeks holidays or just a few days for kids to get a little bit of what they lost these last 4year anything would be great and much appreciated thanks

Myboys2015 26/03/2016 at 7:20 pm

Hi I'm a carer to my 2 boys one 11 has CP n now has seizures the other 13 has many conditions ASD , lipodystrophy, severe autoimmune chronic urticaria and angeodema ( caused by stress) due to DV with their dad I also care for my mum I'm looking for some kinda grant to help pay towards a trip of a lifetime to Disney say mayb helping with the theme park tickets or flight or accommodation I will find the rest I know they can apply for the wishes trips but they won't go without me after suffering years of DV and being a single mum of 3 kids wouldn't be able to find the funds for all of the trip many thanks in advance I know I could apply to the family fund but that would limit to where I can get the flights from I believe as they don't do Thomas cook vouchers anymore. Thank you.

GrantsExpert Editor 17/03/2016 at 12:34 pm

Try the Family Holidays Association

me 16/03/2016 at 11:07 am

I was wondering if i could get help with the cost of a holiday, I have 4 children ranging from nearly 1 to 15 my son has add and sight problems he has 20 % vision in one eye and 50 in the other my husband has just lost his job so money of really really tight and I feel like I'm drowning i don't sleep im worry so much all the time and really could do with getting away, my daughter just cries all the time and I don't know what to do anymore any advice would be great thanks

Shorty 24/02/2016 at 11:46 am

Hi I'm a single parent who suffers with PTSD. My ex walked out after I was attacked 2 years ago leaving me in £20,000 debt taking our business and car with him. I have a 4 year old who is desperate to get away on holiday and I'm currently in court against her dad because his family are violent and attack me if I dare to venture out of the house. I go to college but I'm finding it difficult as it's very rare I sleep with everything that's going on. I can barely afford court costs let alone debts and bills. We have no money at all is there any help I could receive to help get my special little child a holiday she deserves?

Tigger 15/02/2016 at 3:33 pm

Good afternoon.
I am emailing you in the hope you can help or guide me as to where I can organise a holiday for my friend Paula. She has been struck down with the incurable illness of elhos danlos syndrome. Paula is only 39yrs and a single mum to a 14year old girl and a 6year old boy. Paula was a hard working woman who worked tirelessly to enable her children to be happy and secure.
She still tries very hard but would love to have a family holiday away from the four walls she looks at daily as she does not get out of the house very often.
Regards
Debbie

Lynsey 14/01/2016 at 4:49 pm

Hi my son has been diagnosed with asd spd and global development delay I want to take him to see his dad in America is there any help with flights I can get.

GrantsExpert Editor 22/09/2015 at 10:41 am

We hope the suggestions in the article help. You could also try the the Stroke Association . Unfortunately most of the funding available is for UK travel.

Tash 19/09/2015 at 6:02 pm

At the tender age of 9 I suffered sexual abuse by my uncle it went on for a few years.i never got help and support from no one.when I used to go to school a was sexually abused by a man stranger I didn't know I was 8 he conned me with sweets.as I grew up I was taken into care at the age of 12 by the local authorities I was abuse sexually and mentally I didn't tell anyone I left care at the age of 15. I was in 4 abusive relationships physically and mentally I have six children I am now 42 yrs old but everything that as happened to me I now suffer with depression after all these years am now seeking professional help it has had a devastating impact on my life I hav never been on holiday abroad.i would really like to go abroad but I cannot afford it a would like to go abroad I believe it would help me a lot could anyone out there please help me.

ali 19/09/2015 at 7:56 am

I'm 35 years and I have had a major stroke which has left me paralysed on the right side of body.ive had a heart attack and also suffer from micro bleeds. I want to go to abroad with my carer to my dad's grave however financially I'm struggling please can you help? ?

GrantsExpert Editor 20/08/2015 at 10:29 am

Try the suggestions in the article, you might also want to take a look at The Thomas Centre and the Family Fund.

dido 19/08/2015 at 10:55 am

i have 2 grandchildren that live with me adhd severe n autizm 8 & 6 the children sleep maximum 3 hours obviously broken by wach others, i understand there is help for day trips holidays ect if anyone knows of anything including activities this would be much appreciated

GrantsExpert Editor 17/08/2015 at 12:18 pm

Here are some places to try: Blitz Holiday Funding Marian Hanson Foundation Kiloran Trust

Keith Read 16/08/2015 at 7:31 pm

Hi i am a carer for my wife she has c.o.p.d. and also has bipola type 2, is there any grants that i could apply for to help towards a holiday in the u.k.

Lulu 09/08/2015 at 12:41 pm

Hi. I am a career for my mother who has serious back condition. I have 4 boys. If any one is able to help i would be very greatful. Thank you

GrantsExpert Editor 30/06/2015 at 10:43 am

@twins1. Try the organisations mentioned in the article. If you have no luck there, there is a list of grants on the Turn 2 Us website

twins1 26/06/2015 at 11:14 am

Hi I have twins 1 of which my son has quite servere adhd and autism I was hoping for some help towards a holiday for my children as we are on a very low income ie income support and they have not been away for a good couple of years. My son is very challenging and my daughter just gets left out I am my sons carer and at my wits end need a break

no 18/06/2015 at 11:31 am

i am apply for a holiday grant i am a single parent and hardship with financial matters
my children have never be on holiday i have been looking for work and more training in
the care sector and with dogs i would like to be a dog grooming and have to try and get
funding for a on line courses which are thousand pounds up wards i an not afford i would
love advise on how i can get help please let me now. i will give you my number to concact
me 0207 7502 2570455

GrantsExpert Editor 05/06/2015 at 10:14 am

@Hollybolly. There are lots of charities which offer this kind of thing, too many to mention here. If you type "holiday granst for terminally ill adults" into a search engine you'll find lots of useful links.

hollybolly 02/06/2015 at 2:12 pm

my father whos 85 had just been diagnosed with a brain tumor which is terminal my sister is his part time carer we are both at his house 24-7 we dont no how long he got as doctors not sure themselves could be weeks maybe months we would like to take my dad on a family holiday with us and his grandchildren soon as we can but is there any help out there as we are struggling at present we have always gone all together on caravan holidays but this last year not been good with my dad doctors said its ok but sooner the beta he would love it but just need a bit of help if there is any thank you

Ashley 25/05/2015 at 7:50 pm

I would be gaeatful if some one could get in touch with me about getting agrant so I can take me son and his brothers and sisters away for abreack he has adhd and is very challenging and we coukd do with a breack

Ashley 25/05/2015 at 7:47 pm

Iam looking for grant so I can take my son away on holiday he has adhd and 3 younger sibalings and he is very challenging and we relly just need abreack

GrantsExpert Editor 21/05/2015 at 2:46 pm

@mamma12. Try the suggestions in the article and also the links in the responses to comments below.

mamma12 19/05/2015 at 2:31 pm

hya my daughter has adhd and has been on meds for couple of years now,she has very challenging behaviour at home ,she is on high rate care and low mob is there any grants in which could help with an holiday i would be very gratefull for your feedback also my daughter has extra help as she is below national curriculum for her age .shes 10.if you could please email me id be really thankfull.

GrantsExpert Editor 28/04/2015 at 10:41 am

@colin1811. Here are the links we posted for another person below many of them relate to disabled children, but you will find lots of useful help there: Here are the links to the organsations mentioned in the article The Calvert Trust, The 3H fund, The Family Holiday Association. Here are some more that may be useful for you:The Family Fund - helps families with disabled children and young people aged 17 and under to have choices and the opportunity to enjoy ordinary life. Harriet Davis Trust - The Trust provides four self-catering holiday houses in Pembrokeshire, UK for families with disabled children at economical prices Scout holiday home trust - holidays are available to families, carers or groups who have a member with a disability, physical or mental or age related illness and to low-income or single-parent families (no scouting connection is needed).

colin1811 22/04/2015 at 10:09 pm

Hi My wife (age 38) has a life long illness called wilsons disease, her liver and brain is affected she attends hospital every other week near enough she is suffering with severe depression and has short term memory problems.
She has been in hospital twice in the past year and is now having to use a wheel chair as her mobility is getting so bad.
She receives higher rate dla ( but we have the mobility car instead) and has higher rate care.
I had to pack in work over a year ago to care for her and i receive income support and carers allowance, we have child tax credit and child benefit.we have very little income and struggle.
We have 3 boys all in full time education 17, 14, 10 at home and a daughter that is 19 with a baby age 2 that lives near us to help care for my wife.
We cannot afford a holiday and she needs a break badly and so does my family..., is there any help/info we can get towards funding for a holiday? thanks

GrantsExpert Editor 20/04/2015 at 12:54 pm

@greenlady77. Here are the links to the organsations mentioned in the article The Calvert Trust, The 3H fund, The Family Holiday Association. Here are some more that may be useful for you:The Family Fund - helps families with disabled children and young people aged 17 and under to have choices and the opportunity to enjoy ordinary life. Harriet Davis Trust - The Trust provides four self-catering holiday houses in Pembrokeshire, UK for families with disabled children at economical prices Scout holiday home trust - holidays are available to families, carers or groups who have a member with a disability, physical or mental or age related illness and to low-income or single-parent families (no scouting connection is needed).

greenlady77 17/04/2015 at 8:48 pm

Hiya I have a disabled son of 19 who receives dla low mobility and mediumcare. We have never been any were on holiday. This is because of my sons conditions. We also have a daughter who is 17 and a son 4. He has now asked to go on holiday I would struggle because I only work 18hrs a week. Is there any were I can apply for a grant towards a holiday. Thanks in advance

GrantsExpert Editor 16/03/2015 at 10:11 am

@tilly - you will find some useful resources here

Tilly 11/03/2015 at 7:23 pm

Hi , I have 2 children my youngest has moya moya disease and neurofibromatosis also a talipes foot and twisted shin bone, I'm his carer he is five I recieve Dla and carers , I have two stepchildren also , my eldest has high functioning autism but yet to b fully diagnosed , we need a break as a family can anyone help

leece 28/01/2015 at 8:31 pm

My partner has parkinsons and we have never had a holiday he does get quite down and I think a change of scenery will do us all good. We obviously need help with this and don't have a clue where to start

Thanks

Kev 03/01/2015 at 2:54 pm

Hi I am 35 years old and have emery dreffuss muscular dystrophy and my partner who is 30 has epilepsy we have two children and as I'm getting worse with my condition I would like nothing more than to be able to take my family abroard to Spain. I've recently had a new ICD inserted and worry about how much time I have left is there anybody who can help ie charity's as I can only find charity's for children with disabilitys.

teen 02/01/2015 at 10:56 pm

Hi would like to find out if me and my partner and three children could apply for funding to help with a holiday to buttlins this year .my partner has multiple sclerosis and has had it for many years .he is unable to work I'm his carer and I work part time money is very tight we have lots of debts and we would all love to get away please can you help Thank you x

GrantsExpert Editor 09/12/2014 at 2:15 pm

@kikx. Have you tried the organisations mentioned in the article?

kikx 09/12/2014 at 10:24 am

my son aged 9 has ADHD and ODD he is on DLA and my husband has ME, fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis and we are desperate to take a family holiday abroad for the kids! I'm trying to find out if I can get help towards cost. I'd appreciate any help! We are on low income and I care for both my husband and son, I also have a 5 yr old son.

lyn24 28/07/2014 at 3:26 pm

hello im looking for family funding to help with myself and my 3 girls on a school trip at the end of the year, as I am single and on a low income with 4 girls and 3 boys. We would most appreciate any help out there .
Thanking you

tictoria33 06/07/2014 at 12:30 am

i am in desparte need of some help and advise regarding holiday funding i suffer with mental health problems my 16 year old son is my carer he is sitting hes exams and we are under so much stress we need to get out of this hell hole for a while and try smile again and have fun. please help im begging you

Vicky 19/06/2014 at 11:08 am

Hi I have A son that is 8 he has ADHD , we are a low income family and I would like to know if we are entitled to anything to help take him away for a holiday thanks ( 01670 226129 )

lisade 16/04/2014 at 5:20 pm

Hi my son had ADHD. For five years I never had help is it possible if I could get a grant for a hoilday for all off u. I have 3 boys x thank you

blackcat 29/06/2013 at 11:41 am

hi i have just been told about a holiday grant if your disabled my husband is in a wheelchair i am his carer and my 18 year old is a young carer how do i go about getting a holiday for us as we have never been on a holiday thank you

hippo 26/06/2013 at 1:06 pm

have my husband who is disabled and my grandson who is living with me need a holiday

cassie 08/05/2013 at 3:06 pm

hi I have fibromyalgia my hubby has ms my 10 yr old son is my young carer can we apply for a funding for a holiday thanks so much x

lou 28/03/2013 at 12:59 pm

hi am i entitled to funding i have 2 boys 1 has autism and the other has aspergus and adhd.. i (the mum) are there carers

susywong 10/03/2013 at 4:39 pm

Do you have a list of charities that give holiday grants to individuals suffering with serious learning disabilities and who are on income support? It is becoming increasingly harder to find chairites who will consider applications from individuals who do not have a social worker .

julie12 16/01/2013 at 2:53 pm

could you please let me know if i am entitled to family funding as i am alone parent on a low income

angie779 12/01/2013 at 8:38 am

are any help for my son mark as he on disabillty living allowance he on middle class he is only 3 year old as dont any help can you help thank you angela downie telephone no 0131 555 2603

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