The Norman Laud Centre short stay respite care home provides a diverse range of short break respite care services for children of all ages with profound learning difficulties and complex physical and health care needs. 

• The Short Breaks Respite Care Centre can accommodate 12 children overnight
• Families can use the Respite Care Centre’s services both on an occasional and regular basis
• A day care service is also available 
• Each child is treated as an individual and is encouraged to reach their full potential
• New skills are taught such as cooking and artwork to promote each child’s independence
• Each child has a care plan which is needs-led and subject to regular reviews
• Emergency facility often available at short notice
• Uses Makaton Sign Language and the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
• Highly skilled and trained staff, many with NVQ Level 3 and 4 qualifications
• A diverse staff group representing many different cultures, many with bi-lingual skills

• Nine bright airy bedrooms including two soft padded bedrooms
• Large bathrooms with both standard and specialist equipment
• Various lounges for both fun and quiet activities
• Wide variety of indoor activities with games and equipment that promote cultural awareness
• A dedicated sensory room
• Pool table, karaoke machine, play stations and computers
• Large soft play room including ball pool
• Large activity room for arts and crafts
• Large garden for ball games and BBQs
• Specialist playground with adapted swings, slides and roundabout
• Large leafy garden area for picnics and exploring nature
• Meeting room for parents, professionals and staff training

• Local parks and woodland areas
• Theatres and cinemas
• Nature reserves and children’s play areas
• Bowling alleys
• Birmingham airport
• Birmingham’s Sea Life Centre