Family information directory

The National Autistic Society run a wide range advice and support services for autistic people, families, and professionals.  National Autistic Society help, and support services include:  Five specialist helpline/casework services relating to parent-to-parent emotional support, education rights, school exclusions, autism inpatient mental health, transitions support.   Information and guidance on their… Read more

Provides information and support for deaf children and their families Read more

From before they are born until they are into their twenties, we help disadvantaged children across the UK. They help them through fostering or adoption – and by intervening early to stop neglect and abuse. We make life better for children with disabilities. We influence policy… Read more

Newlife is a charity which helps children with disabilities and terminal illness. It has a helpline which provides professional confidential care and support to families and professionals. It also provides funding for essential community equipment, such as beds, buggies, wheelchairs, and seating systems. Read more

Every local authority must decide for an information advice and support service in their area. We provide impartial, confidential, and free support to empower parents/carers, children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 0 to 25 years to: fully participate in discussions… Read more

Surrey County Council's physical and sensory support service (PSS) uses specialist knowledge to support children and young people (from 0-19) with physical, hearing, visual and multi-sensory impairment, in learning and living. Support includes: Assessment Advice and information Classroom, curriculum, and access support In-service training Home/school liaison… Read more

Portage is available to parents of children aged up to three and a half years with significant developmental or other needs. It is offered as a part of the specialist early education service.  The portage teacher or support worker will work through activities with you, supporting you… Read more

PWSA UK exists to improve the lives of people with PWS and all who are affected or work with them. Read more

Reach is a registered charity which supports Parents, Children and Young People who are affected by Upper Limb Deficiency.  It provides advice and guidance to parents as well as providing a support group run by families who have had similar experiences.  Read more

Rethink Mental Illness is a national mental health charity, which aims to help people affected by mental illness. Rethink provides advice and information to everyone affected by mental health problems, provides services and groups to those having difficulties as well as campaigning nationally and locally so people are provided the… Read more