Family information directory

Downsyndrome OK is a parent led, registered charity offering help and support to families, professionals and people with Down's Syndrome in Surrey, Sussex and South London. Read more

Orchard Hill College is an Outstanding Specialist College (Ofsted, November 2019) offering life-changing learning opportunities to young people and adults with a range of special education needs and/or disabilities. We have College Centres across London and Surrey where committed, specialist teams deliver a range of… Read more

Dimensions is a specialist provider of a wide range of services for people with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviour, and complex needs. Alongside supported living and residential care, they also offer vital specialist services including sector leading Positive Behaviour Support. Contact form available on website… Read more

Independent consultancy advising and supporting parents and schools in relation to Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCP), and Statements of Special Educational Needs (SSEN). Read more

A Space is a social and emotional developmental group for children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism or Asperger's. Group sessions and one to one session help the children to make and maintain friendships with their peers, build their self-esteem, understand their own feelings… Read more

People with a learning disability or who find it difficult to communicate can register with Surrey Police's Pegasus scheme. The scheme will issue them with a Personal Identification Number (PIN) which they can quote when contacting the police to help them find their details. They… Read more

Surrey Choices provide a range of support services to improve independence, confidence and life skills of people with a range of disabilities whatever their age, in the local community. This includes: Independent travel Employment Work Experience Supported Internships Learning and Volunteering Activities in the local… Read more

The CHP aims to help people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their loved ones. All our work is based on personal, real-life examples and experience. We hold workshops and seminars for individuals, families and professionals and offer adult and children counselling with an ASD-experienced… Read more

The Preparing for Adulthood Programme provides knowledge and support to all local authorities and their partners, including families and young people, so they can ensure young people with SEN and disabilities achieve paid work, independent living, good health, and community inclusion as they move into… Read more

The Max Card is a free card designed to make days out more financially accessible for foster families and families of children with additional needs. It allows eligible families to access various activities around the country at a discounted rate. Applications in Surrey can be… Read more