Family information directory

We offer small social groups for children aged up to 12 years old. We use a Social Thinking approach to teaching social skills. Read more

SCAMPPS in Surrey was founded in 2004 by a group of parents who themselves had children with complex and special needs. These parents felt that not only would a support network be beneficial to all families going through similar experiences, but also that raising additional… Read more

SDCS is a support group set up by parents to help families with deaf children within Surrey. Volunteers run it: parents and deaf adults to provide advice and support. A vital part of their work is providing opportunities for families with deaf children to meet… Read more

SEDSconnective is a grassroutes, voluntary,  symptomatic hypermobility charity (Ehlers-Danlos syndromes) and neurodivergent ( autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, Tourette’s) group based in Sussex but reaching across the UK.  It advocates from a professional background in education and in autism/ND health.  It presents at many education conferences, participate in… Read more

This informal group meets on the last Thursday of each month and is a chance to meet other parents who have children with additional needs . Read more

SYAS is a participation group for children and young people aged 10-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) living in Surrey. The group aims to establish relationships, build skills and confidence to make their voices heard.  The group meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month.… Read more

A sensory play session for children with additional needs from birth to 5 years. Professionals from Early Support, Portage and physiotherapists regularly attend and are on hand to answer any questions you may have. Booking is essential, please call on 01483 510 570 to reserve a… Read more

A play and learn session for children under 5 years who have additional needs (and their siblings). Read more

Shooting Star Children’s Hospices service providing specialist support for children and families where their child/ren have a life limiting condition – unlikely to live beyond their 18th birthday. Support includes symptom management, end of life care in the hospice and community settings, respite stays at… Read more

Guildford Shopmobility provides a selection of manual and powered wheelchairs and scooters to anyone of any age group who have problems in walking around Guildford Town Centre.  This could be because of a permanent or temporary disability, frailty, accident, or illness. Read more