Raising a child with additional needs can be tough, but you’re not alone! There are plenty of UK-based organisations that offer support and resources to families just like yours. Here are ten groups that could be really helpful:
Contact
This organisation offers support and information to families, including a directory of local support groups. Their website also includes information on benefits, education, and health. Visit their website at https://contact.org.uk/.
National Autistic Society
This charity provides information, advice, and support to people with neurodiversity and their families. Their website offers a range of resources, including information on diagnosis, education, and support services. Visit their website at https://www.autism.org.uk/.
Cerebra
This charity provides support and information to families with children with brain conditions. Their website offers a range of resources, including information on sleep, education, and benefits. Visit their website at https://cerebra.org.uk/.
Scope
This is a charity that provides a range of resources, including information on benefits, employment, and housing. Visit their website at https://www.scope.org.uk/.
Sense
This charity supports people who are deafblind or have sensory impairments. Their website offers a range of resources, including information on education, social care, and support services. Visit their website at https://www.sense.org.uk/.
Together for Short Lives
This charity supports children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Their website offers a range of resources, including information on palliative care, respite care, and bereavement support. Visit their website at https://www.togetherforshortlives.org.uk/.
Ambitious About Autism
This charity supports children and young people and their website offers a range of resources, including information on education, health, and support services. Visit their website at https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/.
Ambitious About Autism
This charity supports children and young people and their website offers a range of resources, including information on education, health, and support services. Visit their website at https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/.
Carers UK
This charity provides information and support to carers. Their website offers a range of resources, including information on benefits, work, and support services. Visit their website at https://www.carersuk.org/.
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