Support and Advice
Our Index of useful links and resources
Index
National Support Groups and Services
There are many forms of support and advice available nationally that can support families at different points of their child, or young person’s life. Please see below for a number of national organisations who can provide you with a range of support, legal advice and guidance.
Contact
Contact is a national support charity for families with disabled children.
They can help you with information or advice, questions about your child’s condition or you can join one of our helpful workshops.
IPSEA
Independent Provider of Special Education Advice (known as IPSEA) is a registered charity operating in England. IPSEA offers free and independent legally based information, advice and support to help get the right education for children and young people with all kinds of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
National Autistic Society
National charity that runs a number of helplines which can give advice on education, benefits, social care, school exclusions and transition.
Mon – Fri 9am -12pm and 1pm-3pm
SOSSEN!
A free, friendly, independent and confidential telephone helpline for parents and others looking for information and advice on special educational needs.
MENCAP
Information, advice and support for parents and carers of children with learning difficulties.