Break makes life better for children and young people on the edge of care, in care and leaving care.

Working across East Anglia, the charity firmly believes that every child, no matter their start in life, deserves a bright future. Starting by building and earning trust, and then providing opportunities for young people to engage with, Break’s aim is to walk with those they support every step of the way to independence. And the support doesn’t stop there, a lifelong offer means the charity is there whenever and wherever they’re needed.

Our Vision A world where all young people, whatever their start in life, have the opportunities and relationships they need to thrive.

Our Mission Giving care experienced young people the love, support and ambition they deserve.

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National Care Leavers Week 2024

This Care Leavers Week we want to focus on young people who have left care through fostering and the positive impact it has had on them.

Real stories: “You can manage anything when your batteries are recharged.”

Noah, now 15, has been visiting Nelson since he was 9. He has complex needs, including developmental delay, visual impairment, autism, and epilepsy. His mum, Kelly, shares their story.

Oscar's story

Oscar* visited Nelson Lodge, one of Break's residential short breaks homes for children and young people with disabilities, for over 6 years until he was 19. Here his mother Gwen shares their experience.

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