Organisations providing support

Organisations providing information, advice and support.

Information about a range of local, regional and national organisations that provide information, advice and support to families of children with special, educational needs and / or disabilities.

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Neurodiversity Information Hub

The MindMate Neurodiversity Hub gives clear information and support about different neurotypes.
It offers resources for families and schools, plus links to helpful services.

Autism Education Trust

This training helps school staff understand autism and support autistic pupils well.
It offers practical resources and is available to all education professionals.

Carers UK

Carers UK supports people who look after someone and helps them feel less alone. They give clear advice, information and support to carers across the UK.

Communication Matters

Communication Matters supports people who cannot speak clearly and use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to communicate.
They help people of all ages with conditions that affect speech.

Contact - National Family Helpline

Contact runs a free helpline offering advice and support to parents and carers.
They help families of disabled children from birth to 25 with many concerns.

Living Made Easy

Living Made Easy gives impartial advice to help people live independently.
They are a national charity and part of The Shaw Trust.

KIDS

Kids is a national charity supporting disabled children, young people, and their families across England.
They offer many services, from early years help to youth groups and short breaks.

Leeds Autism AIM

Leeds Autism AIM is a free service for autistic adults with little or no support.
They offer information, groups, appointments, and free self‑advocacy resources.

Leeds Autism Services

Leeds Autism Services gives 1:1 support to autistic adults in the community.
They help with skills, communication, wellbeing, activities, and meeting other people.