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Autism Service Directory

Aurrida House

Orkney Islands Council

Main information

Type of service: Respite and short breaks

Aurrida House is situated in the Papdale area of Kirkwall and opened in 1999 to allow the development of existing services for children with additional support needs. At Aurrida House we provide a range of respite services: day or evening respite; residential respite; emergency respite; and short breaks. This is a purpose built facility which aims to provide a homely and welcoming atmosphere where children and families can feel comfortable and relaxed. A range of support services for children and young people with additional support needs, and their families are provided at, or managed from Aurrida House.

Eligibility

Age: From age 3 to 18

Aimed at: Adolescent , Child

Gender: All genders

Covers: Orkney Islands

Registrations & Approaches

Specialisms: Generic

Other specialisms: Learning disability

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Orkney Islands Council

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Contacts

You can contact us by phone email or post.

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Maureen Swannie - Service Manager

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01856 873535

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customerservice@orkney.gov.uk; maureen.swannie@orkney.gov.uk

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Locations

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Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15

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