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.

14 results found

Downs Syndrome Association

The DSA is a national charity supporting people with Down’s syndrome and their families.
They give help from before birth and throughout the person’s whole life.

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.

Dyslexia Alliance Yorkshire

Dyslexia Alliance Yorkshire supports children and adults with dyslexia across the region.
They offer advice, assessments, and teaching from experienced education professionals.

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.

The SEND List

An online directory of SEND support services in the UK

Acorn Houses

Acorn Houses is a respite home for adults with learning disabilities, autism, or vulnerabilities.
They offer safe bedrooms, activities, and support to give carers a break.