Family information directory

The National Association of Deafened People is a registered charity which provides information and support for deafened people who have lost all or most of their hearing, to help enable them to regain their independence and enjoy the best quality of life. Read more

This PDA Resource website links to other websites, Facebook pages, blogs and documents. It gathers information about Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA), to help parents, carers, professionals and others have a better understanding of PDA, and to provide help and support for people dealing with… Read more

Livability provide disability and community services that promote inclusion and wellbeing for all. This includes residential care and support for people with complex disabilities, wheelchair accessible housing, affordable and accessible holidays, campaigning, training and social inclusion, respite care, disability specialist nursing, brain injury rehabilitation and… Read more

The DSAuk is a registered charity which aims to promote sport for everyone with restricted growth. It provides details through its website of ways to participate locally as well as arranging regional and national events. Read more

Barnardo's is a national charity which aims to transform the lives of the UK's most vulnerable children. It offers services including advocacy, alcohol and substance misuse, and parenting support as well as assisting children in poverty, in trouble, leaving care and experiencing homelessness. Read more

Fight for Sight is a charity dedicated to funding eye research, it raises funds to support medical research into a wide-range of eye conditions including macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataract, diabetic retinopathy as well as the causes of childhood blindness. It also funds research into a… Read more

A drop in group for the families of under 5's with additional needs (no diagnosis needed). Parents are welcome to come, for a coffee and chat with other parents for advice, information and support. Soft play and toys are provided and siblings are welcome too.… Read more

The Portage early education support service is available to parents of children aged up to three and a half years with significant developmental or other needs. The portage teacher or support worker will work through activities with you, supporting you to help your child’s learning and development.… Read more

Butterflies is a gathering for pre-school age children and their carers.  We meet Thursdays at 10am throughout the school year.  Children and carers have opportunities for free play, craft, healthy snacks, Bible-based stories, singing and instruments.  Read more

The DFSG is a national charity run by families for families affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). It helps bring families together for mutual support, sharing of information and experience, and social activities, and provides a national support network for parents, their families and professionals.… Read more