What we offer Short breaks GetActive @ The Green GetActive @ The Green GetActive @ The Green is a Short Breaks service for children with complex needs and disabilities aged 12 - 18. Sessions run from 11 am to 3pm on Saturdays and focus on physical activities, inclusive sport and active play. What Support is Available? We will meet with you and your child to discuss your child's needs, the types of activities they enjoy and how we can best provide support. We will assess your transport needs at the point of referral and, if appropriate, offer your child 1-to-1 travel training. Facilities We hold most sessions at our secure and fully accessible Fortune Green Playcentre. Indoor facilities include a large activity area and sensory room. Outdoors, we offer a wide range of play areas including a garden, woodland areas, a multi-sports pitch and adventure playground. What Activities Are On Offer? We plan each session to accommodate the preferences, interests and abilities of the children. Most activities are held at our fully accessible Fortune Green Playcentre, with occasional trips to outside activities. Here are some of the most popular activities we offer: Football Table tennis Basketball Swimming Parachute games Den-building Natural play Free play Nature walks Yoga, pilates, stretching If your child is interested in a particular activity, please let us know, and we will do our best to include it in the programme. Dates for 2022 October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd November 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th December 3rd, 10th Dates for 2023 January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th February 4th, 11th, 25th March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th For Parents and Carers: How to Access Our Service Places at our GetActive @ The Green service are allocated to eligible parents by Camden CYPDS (Children and Young People Disability Service) following a Short Breaks Panel meeting. In order to apply for Short Breaks, you will need to fill in a a Self-Assessment Referral Tool (SART) Form (a professional such as a social worker, health professional or school SENCo can help you with this if required). You should then send the completed form alongside an annual review/clinical letter from a health professional or school to [email protected]. Once Camden Council has received your SART form, they will consider your eligibility for Short Breaks, this will include liaising with professionals stated on the form. If you are already confirmed as eligible for Short Breaks and are interested in accessing our services, please speak to your allocated social worker or Camden Children and Young People with Disabilities Service Duty Officer. If you would like help with the referral process, or a consultation regarding your child’s needs and eligibility call Camden Children and Young People with Disabilities Service Duty Officer: Tel: 0207 974 3597 Email: [email protected] If you are referred to our service, we will then discuss the needs of your child or young person with you and your referring social worker and arrange for the service to start. Information for referring Professionals If you would like to refer a child or young person to our GetActive @ The Green service, please visit: Short Breaks Referrals Manage Cookie Preferences