Support Groups & Parent Carer Forums

Provides support and information for parents and carers of children with Asperger’s Syndrome. Parents are encouraged to share their experiences and to voice their concerns ....

We provide help and support to families and individuals affected by autism from across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, surrounding counties and beyond.

Autism Plus has over 29 years experience of supporting individuals with autism and related conditions to improve their quality of life through innovative care practices.

We are a friendly neurodiversity support group, based in Lincoln, for people on the autistic spectrum. Newcomers are warmly welcomed and membership is free.

Parent run support group dedicated to improving education and social care provision for children and adults with autism/Asperger syndrome.

Carers In Hucknall is a self help group run by and for carers and the people we care for in Hucknall and surrounding areas. Support, understanding and a warm welcome are guaranteed, whether your a carer, disabled or you just need the company.

Carers Trust schemes are a network of 76 local independent charities providing support to carers and the people they care for, often through the provision of flexible breaks.

A group for any parent or carer who finds themselves struggling to get answers and resolve issues that occur with unusual, different, troubled and spectrum children.

The Learning & Autism Support Team is a generic team made up of specialist ASD teachers and Learning Link Teachers and Speech and Language Teachers, all of whom work directly with schools. The team also has 2 Lead Teachers who support training for schools around Every Child A Reader.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability

The service will be able to provide impartial, confidential information, advice and support for parents of children and young people with SEN or disabilities, young people and children with SEN or disabilities about education, health and social care.

The Forum is a voluntary group of parents and carers who want to make a difference. Helping to give all children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities the best possible future.

The Derbyshire Autism Services is based in the heart of Derbyshire in Ripley which allows us to cover the diverse area of Derbyshire.

Derbyshire Carers Association provides support, advice and information for carers.

Providing impartial information and advice for special educational needs and disability. We offer helpline and face to face support for parents/carers and children/young people.

We provide free, confidential and impartial information, advice and advocacy in respect of any aspect of disability to people with disabilities and impairments, their carers, friends and families as well as professionals and students.

Is a parent's support group run by volunteers with no outside funding. It was set up for the families of children and young adults with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's Syndrome and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Fairplay supports children and young people with disabilities and additional needs, and their families, across North Derbyshire.

Forward Thinking Movement and Dance (FTM Dance) is a non-profit organisation offering weekly Dance, Drama and Music sessions for children and young people with Special needs and disabilities in Leicestershire.

Friends4support is the former Friends Together support group. It is for parent carers of disabled children in Bassetlaw. You do not need a diagnosis to attend. Many of the parent carers have children on the autism spectrum or with ADHD, but other disabilities are represented as well.

Grantham Autistic Information Network. Supporting parents and carers of children with autism in Grantham and beyond.

GAPS provides advice, information and support to parents who have children with autism or whose children are being assessed for social communication differences across East Midlands.

Include is a short-term tenancy support service for adults with autism and asperger syndrome. Include offers housing-related support to tenants and homeowners who have Autism/Asperger syndrome aged 16 and over, who need support to live independently within Nottingham City.

Jigsaw is a parent support group for families of children with an ASD aged 0-25 years. The group holds twice monthly support groups at the Salvation Army centre in South Wigston for information about autism and related conditions.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families

Parent run local family support group, dedicated to offering help, information, care and support to parents and carers of children and young people who have been diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

SENDIASS Leicester offers free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support to parents and carers of young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) as well as young people themselves

The Leicestershire Autistic Society (formed over 20 years ago) provides support, information and advice to families and professionals dealing with Autism in Leicestershire, Leicester City and Rutland.

Leicestershire Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice, and Support Service

We offer an information, advice and support service to children, young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability and their parents.

Lincoln ADHD Support Group provides information, support, understanding and guidance to families and individuals affected by Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

The Lincolnshire Autistic Society champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and aim to provide individuals with autism and their families with the help, support and services that they can access, trust and rely upon and which can make a positive difference to their lives.

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

Our dream has always been to open a community centred hub which meets the needs of all types of groups in the community.

Set up by parents, to support families with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Meet on 1st Monday of the month at Harwood Court, Harwood Close, Sutton in Ashfield from 7-9pm.

Parent support and coffee, meets monthly at William Lilley Infant and Nursery School, Halls Road, Stapleford, Nottingham, NG9 7FS.

Supporting and campaigning for children, young people and adults with an Autistic Spectrum Disrder and their families.

Information, support and advice for families, a social group for adults with Asperger syndrome, a regular newsletter for families and professionals, support groups for families and young siblings of people with autism spectrum disord....

Meetings on first Thursday of the month during termtime at William Gladstone School, Holden Crescent, Newark, NG24 4HU 9.30-11.30am. Coffee and a chat on third Thursday of the month from 9.30-11.30am during termtime at Young People’s Centre, Windsor Road, Newark NG24 4HX. Siblings group available.

SENDIASS (formerly known as the Parent Partnership Service) provides a free, impartial and confidential service to parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND) aged 0 - 25. We also support children and young people with SEND.

Provides information and advice on matters relating to SEND including: local policy & practice, local offer, SEN education law and related law and guidance on disability, helath & social care, personal budgets. Website, telephone advice and face to face support.

We believe all children, young persons and their families have the right to a positive educational and life experience. We actively work in partnership with parents, schools, our local authorities and other service providers.

Nottingham Mencap is a leading local Voluntary Organisation that is dedicated to the service of people with a learning disability or difficulty, and their families and carers

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

The team supports adults with Asperger’ Syndrome living in Nottinghamshire. We also support their families and carers. We are a team of social care professionals.

The Notts Dads Forum is a group for dads and male carers of children on the autistic spectrum.

PAACT is a Lincoln-based support group for families with children and young people who have an Autistic Spectrum Condition. We are a friendly, informal, non-judgemental group and we aim to help family and friends to access advice, support and activities in the local area. We have formed a support group offering advice, information and support to other parents/carers of children and young people who have also been diagnosed with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

We are an online support group for parents/ careers with a child with Additional needs. We do monthly play dates, coffee morning ,a yearly inclusive Funfest and raise funds for trips and activities.

Reality is a support group for parents/carers of children who have Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Reality holds monthly meetings where you will meet other parents/carers.

A small and informal group of parents/carers who meet monthly to share ideas and offer mutual support.

We are a group of dedicated parents and carers of children aged from 0-25 with a disability or special educational need who live in Rutland. We volunteer our time and are committed to help improve the quality of the lives of families dealing with all kinds of disabilities and additional needs. Our forum is the official voice representing all of Rutland's parents and carers.

SENDIASS Rutland offers free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support to parents and carers of young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) as well as young people themselves.

Meetings: Last Wednesday of each month 10.30-12.30

Employment Support - Spectrum E works around you and the support you need at work, to sustain and progress within employment

Middleton Cheney Special Educational Needs Trust are starting an all-new chat and support group for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disability, for those who live in the rural South ....

We are a parent run non profit group. we provide monthly activities around Leicestershire for children with additional needs, siblings and their parents/carers. To promote socialisation and friendships

For many years Autism East Midlands (formerly NORSACA) has been successful in running an activities scheme and parent, carer support group called The Best We Can Be.

We are a Leicestershire based charity and dedicated to supporting family carers across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and work with a diverse population with differing needs.

The Carers Federation was established in 1992 as a small local charity to support people living in Nottingham and the surrounding area.

Home-Start helps families with young children deal with whatever life throws at them. We support parents as they learn to cope, improve their confidence and build better lives for their children.

The Little Explorers Activity Club started out as an Autism friendly home based activity club but we soon realised it has a wider appeal, lots of children benefit from having a stable environment to learn and experience new things.

The Monday Club is a social group based in Leicester for adults aged 18 to 65 who have Asperger Syndrome. The Club is based at the Leicestershire Centre for Integrated Living, and members meet on Monday evenings from 7pm to 9pm. We also run sessions on alternate Wednesday evenings.

A new Social/Support Group for parents/carers/relatives of people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition is starting on Friday 20th March.

The Autism Suffolk centre is based in the small, welcoming and family-friendly town of Kesgrave, and is dedicated to supporting the parents and carers of children in Suffolk who are under the age of 14 and have a confirmed diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder

Support group for parents and carers of Children with Autism. This is a parent led support group. We will be having speakers attend some months

Organises sport and leisure activities, day trips and taster sessions for anyone with physical, sensory and / or a learning disability.

Parents in Partnership (PIPs) provides support, advice and information for parents and carers of children who are disabled, may have SEN or have already been identified with SEN.

We provide confidential and impartial information, advice and support about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to children, young people and parents.

Confidential and impartial advice about education, health and social care from ages 0-25 years

Hospital and Hospices project, Early Years workshops, SEND Parent Adviser

If you're a parent or carer to a child or young person with special educational needs / disabilities, the SEND Information, Advice and Support Service can help. We offer impartial and confidential support over the telephone or in person.

Hertfordshire Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Information, advice and support service – SENDIASS (formerly Parent Partnership)

Support Group for parents and carers of children with autism. Monthly drop in evening meetings on the second Tuesday of the month term time only at Fleetville Junior School, Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 4LW at 7.30 pm. Your child doesn't need to have a formal diagnosis to attend. No need to book just turn up.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families.

Little Miracles is a charity that supports families that have children with additional needs, disabilities and life limiting conditions. Just like everyone else these children need a place to play, laugh and create friendships; Little Miracles helps provide this and more.

Little Miracles is a parent led support group and Charity for families that have children with additional needs, disabilities and life limiting conditions in the East of England

The information, advice and support provided is to help enable children, young people and their parents / carers to participate in decisions regarding their education needs, in order to achieve the best possible outcomes.

The Cambridge Branch of the National Autistic Society (CNAS) provides support to individuals of all ages with autism, and their families and carers, and campaigns for better local services for those living with autism in Cambridgeshire.

We are volunteers who provide support to individuals and their families and campaign for better local services for those living with autism in Hertfordshire.

a group run by parent volunteers for children and individuals with autism and their families/carers.

The NAS West Suffolk Branch is run by a voluntary committee of parents of children and Adults with a Autism Spectrum Disorder. They offer support and activities for families affected by Autism.

The group is open to all adults with Aspergers or High Functioning Autism. We meet weekly in term time and have activities such as table tennis, badminton, table football, board games etc.

Norfolk SEND Partnership offer information and advice to children, young people and parents/carers about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

PACT for Autism is a registered Charity supporting families with children and adults affected by Autism.

The SEND service offers information, impartial advice and support to parents/carers of and children/young people who have SEND from 0 - 25 years

Pinpoint Cambridgeshire is the parent carer forum for Cambridgeshire and offers information, support and involvement for parent carers who have children with additional needs and disabilities.

RAGS provide help and support for families who have a child / children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. We believe that every person with autism has potential to fulfil, and we enable this by supporting the entire family – parents, siblings and the individual with autism.

Redbridge Information, Advice and Support Service (RIASS) is here to offer a free and impartial service to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their parents or carers.

SAFE is a support group for individuals and families affected by Asperger Syndrome (AS) and High Functioning Autism (HFA) in Essex, including the unitaries of Southend and Thurrock.

An Essex charity for families with children and young people who have any special need or disability

Information, Advice and Support Service is a statutory service offering impartial support and advice to parents and young people with special educational needs & disabilities (SEND)

If living with the effects of ill health or disability has left you feeling isolated, alone or unheard I hope that you will be able to find the support and understanding you need here. Please feel free to contact me to discuss how I may be able to help you.

We are a group of parents of children with Special Needs such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Auditory Processing Disorder etc. Our group covers Tring (in Hertfordshire) and neighbouring areas.

Provides social activities for children and teenagers who have a diagnosis of ASD.

Suffolk SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service) is a confidential and impartial information, advice and support service on issues related to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND). It is free, easy to access and confidential. We can help children, parents and young people take part in decisions that affect their lives.

Sycamore Trust U.K. aim to offer a range of services specifically designed to support families, educate the community and empower individuals of all ages to flourish and be valued members of society.

We provide specialist information, training and advice for professionals, as well as support for children, adults and families on issues relating to Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and related conditions.

Independent information, advice and support services (IASS) are available for disabled children and young people, those with special educational needs, and their parents.

Free Adult 18+ Autism Service offering Autism screenings, Workshops, Activities, Peer Support Groups, Advice with housing, benefits, debts and for residents of the London Borough of Barnet.

Barnet SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (previously Parent Partnership) offers free, confidential, and impartial information, guidance, advice and support for parents/carers of children with special educational needs (SEN) and or a disability and young people with SEN and or a disability.

The Bexley Branch of the National Autistic Society BNAS are a parent-led voluntary group, all of whom are parents, carers or family members of children and young people on the autistic spectrum.

The Information, Advice and Support Services Network (IASS Network) provide training and support to local Information Advice and Support (IAS) Services across England.

Brent SENDIASS (formerly known as Brent Parent Partnership) provides impartial and independent information and advice to parents /carers of children and young people who have special education needs or disability

Information Advice and Support Service, Bromley provides free, impartial information, advice and support in confidence for parents and carers of children with SEN or disabilities and also for young people in education with SEN or disabilities who are aged between 16 and 25.

This Service provides information, advice and support for parents of children and young people with SEN or disabilities, young people and children with SEN or disabilities about education, health and social care.

Support and information service for informal carers.

Centre for ADHD & Autism Support (CAAS) - supports, educates and empowers individuals with ADHD and/or autism, their families, and the community. Through raising awareness we change perceptions and break down barriers.

Tower Hamlets Parents Advice Centre provides information, support and advice to parents and carers of children with special educational needs in mainstream and special schools.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.

We offer information, advice and support to parents and carers of disabled children as well as professionals working with families.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.

SEND Support is a statutory service which is run at ‘arm’s length’ from the Special Educational Needs decision makers and aims to provide free, confidential, impartial advice, guidance and support to parents of children with special educational needs, including the very young and to young people aged between 16 and 25 with SEND.

Our Education Rights Service provides impartial, confidential information, advice and support on education rights and entitlements for parents and carers of pre-school and school-age children with autism to help them get the educational support their child needs.

We provide a SENDIAS service for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or a disability and also a counselling service, for children and young people aged 5 to 18.

Express is an independent user led voluntary sector organisation supporting autistic people and their families.

The SENDIAS service provides advice, information and support for children/young people who have special educational needs and disabilities and their families.

Ealing’s statutory SENDIAS (special educational needs and disability information, advice and support) service, providing advice, information and support to children and young people aged up to 25 with special educational needs and their parents/carers

Grandparents Plus is the national charity which champions the vital role of grandparents and the wider family in children’s lives – especially when they take on the caring role in difficult family circumstances.

Independent and impartial information and advice for children, young people and their parents carers in regards to educational matters relating to special educational needs and disabilities.

HACS supports over 300 families that are affected by Autism – we strive to minimise their disability and maximise their ability. HACS is a Charity based in Hayes which was founded by parents in the London Borough of Hillingdon in 1997.

We are an impartial and free service. We provide confidential, accessible advice, guidance and support to parents/carers of children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities and young people with Special Educational Needs and /or Disabilities aged between 16 and 25 years old.

Haringey Autism is a group for parents and carers of children on the autistic spectrum living in the London Borough of Haringey.

We provide free and impartial information, advice and support for young people and parents/carers of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Independent information, advice and support for families with a son or daughter up to age 25 with Special Educational Needs or a disability.

Havering SENDIASS offer a free, impartial and confidential advice and support service for young people (16 to 25) and parents of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Hillingdon SENDIASS is a free, confidential and impartial support service for parents and carers, children and young people up to 25 years where the child or young person may have special educational needs.

Information, advice and support across all areas of SEN and Disability (0-25) for parents, and for young people aged 16 to 25.

I CAN Help is a range of information services that provide help and advice to parents and practitioners about speech, language and communication

Support around all issues relating to Health, Education, Social care, and Welfare Benefits (disability).

The Jewish Autism Trust is a charity that supports families of children with Autism or Aspergers. We are unaffiliated and welcome families across the Jewish community.

Advice and support relating to Special Educational Needs including getting support at school, EHC Assessment and Plans, and general SEN advice, information and/support.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families

Information and Support service for all Redbridge families with children with special educational needs.

Information, advice and support relating to SEND (special educational needs and disabilities). Support with ECHP process, schools, placements, reviews and lodging paperwork for an appeal. Information on local support services and support with DLA/PIP.

Kith & Kids provides activities, opportunities, information and support for people with a learning disability or autism, their parents and siblings. We help the whole family to overcome social isolation and live more fulfilled lives.

Provision of advice and support to parents of children with SEN, and young people with SEN or a disability

We offer flexible support to meet your family's needs, including telephone advice, office consultations, home visits and attendance at meetings with school or other SEND professionals

Mencap local groups support people with a learning disability and their families and carers in local communities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Merton SEND IAS provides free impartial support, advice and training to parents of children with special educational needs and those at risk of exclusion.

We provide support and information to those affected by autism. We campaign to raise awareness of autism spectrum disorders and for better local services for people living with Autism in Camden. The Branch will also aim to provide events for parents and carers to attend in the local area.

ENAS is a support network for families and children with autism/Asperger syndrome. It includes members who are themselves on the autistic continuum. We welcome people from all cultural and language backgrounds.

The local Greenwich branch of volunteers for the National Autistic Society offers information provision and sign posting via email, newsletters, website, Facebook page and Twitter account as well as speaker events, parent carer meet ups, activity groups for autistic adults and local campaigning. See our website at nasgreenwich.org.uk for details and join the mailing list.

Information emailed to members regarding talks/workshops we run, activities and any other relevant information that families require. We run family Sunday fun sessions once a month, no booking required.

At Ladbroke Grove autism centre we support people of all ages on the autism spectrum to help them achieve their full potential

We aim to support people with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) living in the London Borough of Lambeth and their families.

Lewisham Autism Support provides support, advice and information to families who have children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. The service is primarily for families soon after diagnosis but support can be given at other times of need.

A local group for parents and carers of a child or an adult with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Newham run by volunteers for The National Autistic Society.

The branch aims to support families of children and adults with an autism spectrum disorder living in the Richmond Borough.

NAS Southwark Branch offer a support group which runs twice a month in quiet pubs in two different locations in the borough. It aims to provide emotional support in a friendly and supportive environment and to give information about local services.

NAS Sutton is run by parents of young children on the spectrum. They are there to support parents, families, carers and professionals who work with children with ASD. At the moment, they are a small branch that can provide information and signposting to both local and national support networks.

NAS Tower Hamlets Autism Support is run in partnership with Tower Hamlets Children’s Services (Integrated Services for Disabled Children) and the Primary Care Trust.

We are the leading UK charity for people on the autism spectrum (including Asperger syndrome) and their families. We provide information, support and pioneering services, and campaign for a better world for people with autism.

The branch consists of a group of volunteers who are parents of children on the autism spectrum and professionals working in the field. The branch covers the London boroughs of Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham and aims to offer support to parents and carers of children, but also to adults affected by autism.

Information and Support service for all Newham families with children with special educational needs.

We are a play and support group. Activities are led by our experienced and qualified Play Leader who is helped by our Assistant Play Leader.

Parents of disabled children and disabled people together - creating a world where everyone belongs

Children and young people up to 25 years with special educational needs and disabilities- as well as their parents and carers- can access free and impartial information, advice and support through Royal Greenwich SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS).

We're a parent support group for autistic children and their families in the borough of Lewisham, South East London, UK, and occasionally for families in neighbouring boroughs.

We're a parent support group for autistic children and their families in the borough of Lewisham, South East London, UK, and occasionally for families in neighbouring boroughs.

Skylarks is an independent Richmond-upon-Thames based charity that provides activities and therapies for children with disabilities and additional needs. We also support and provide therapies, courses and information for their whole families.

WWe provide drop in, phone and email advice service for parents and young people 0-25. We provide a specialist casework service and training and events for parents and young people.

Spectrum Girls are a social group for girls of any age living in Hertfordshire with high-functioning Autism and Asperger syndrome.

Information & Support for parents & carers of children with Special Educational Needs & young people themselves.

Provision of Independent Support for parents and young people undergoing statutory assessment for EHCPs. Weekly SEN Support group and Bengali Parents Support Group - contact service for further details.

Independent, impartial information and advice on matters related to SEN, based on law and guidance.

Carers of Adults with Learning Disabilities Group. Support group for people who care for adults with Learning Disabilities, aged over 35. Offers an opportunity to meet other carers, to find out about services and discuss ways of coping.

Wandsworth Information, Advice and Support Service (WIASS) provides a confidential, impartial, information, advice and support service to parents/carers, children and young people on special educational needs and disability (SEND).

Provides advice, information Support service to Children & Young people with SEN & Disabilities and their parents.

YASS! is a self-help voluntary group run by parents to support each other and share information and experiences. It is aimed at children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder aged 0-25 years who have social, communication and imagination difficulties.

Autism-in-Mind supports parents, carers and families living with autism and other special educational needs in Sunderland.

Autism North East is a social enterprise (non-profit making organisation) offering assessment and intervention services to both families and professionals in the North East of England, working in partnership with community groups.

Are you a parent or carer in County Durham of a child with Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome?

Azure provides a wide range of services to people with disability throughout the North East. Our mission is "Improving the lives of people who are disabled or disadvantaged".

We work with parents and carers of children with special educational needs. The parent partnership service is provided by Barnardo’s Gateshead family resource centre on behalf of Gateshead council and can help parents work with schools to get the right level of support to enable their children to fulfil their potential.

A group for children with a diagnosis of autism who are in their Play Group Year. Run jointly by EEAST, Speech & Language Therapy.

Cerebra Working wonders for children with brain conditions

The Children and Young People's Service provides a single service to all children and young people aged 0-18 years living in Newcastle who present with mental health difficulties. This includes children and young people who may be living in difficult and challenging circumstances.

Contact North East provides information, advice and support to families caring for children and young people with disabilities or additional needs aged 0-19.We are part of the national charity Contact a Family, the leading provider of advice, information and support to parents and carers of disabled children. We have up to date information on local services and sources of support for families with disabled children.

Parent Carer Forums are representative local groups of parents and carers of children and young people with disabilities who work alongside local authorities, education, health and other service providers to ensure the services they plan, commission, deliver and monitor meet the needs of children and families.

DAD acts as a focal point for consultation with disabled people and carers. It also manages a range of services / projects to support its aims.

We support disabled children young people and their families across the North East from the ages of 0-25 years.

IASS is a service which supports parents/carers of children who have or may have special educational needs, a service which supports young people who have or may have special educational needs.

Your local Charity Supporting Carers

We are Durhams official parent carer forum and a group of parent carers who work with professionals to influence and improve services to children and young people (0-25 years) with special educational needs and disabilities in County Durham.

Durham SEND Information Advice and Support Service is a statutory service supporting parents/carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and children and young people with SEND.

Gateshead Autism Group is a One Stop Shop for Autism Aimed at people of all ages, on the autistic spectrum, as well as the families/carers.

We offer a confidential support, advice and information service to adult Carers in Gateshead who provide unpaid care and assistance to a relative, friend or neighbour who could not manage without this help.

An information and support network for all children and young people with disabilities or additional needs and their families who live in Gateshead.

An advice and support service for young people with SEN and for the parents of a child with SEN.

Hartlepool Information, Advice and Support Service will provide support in order to ensure that parents of children and young people with SEND are fully informed and involved in their child's education. Although the Information, Advice and Support Service are part of the LA, it operates independently from The SEND Education Services offering impartial advice, support and information.

Our aim is to relieve the needs and advance the education and inclusion of young people with profound physical and/or learning disabilities.

Based at Disability North, the ILRC provides free independent information and advice on assistive equipment and adaptations to disabled people, careers, health and social care staff and anyone with an interest in disability.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families

If you, or a member of your family is affected by learning disabilities, LD:NorthEast is for you.

If you, or a member of your family is affected by learning disabilities, LD:NorthEast is for you.

Parent support group for parents of children and young people with a diagnosis of autism, or undergoing a diagnosis.

Helping autism families get the help they need.

Autism-focused charitable company providing a wide range of services to children, adults, families and professionals in Teesside and County Durham.

We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose.

We are committed to ensuring that parents and carers of children and young people with disabilities and special educational needs are involved as equal partners in decision making with local education, social care, health and voluntary agencies.

The SEN and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service for Middlesbrough, provided independently by local charity MAIN but funded by Middlesbrough Council.

Our branches provide a local hub where parents, carers and people with autism can get help, access services, support each other and meet other people and families in similar situations.

NAS Branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome.

We provide information, support and training to families of children with an autism spectrum disorder and individuals.

The National Autistic Society is the UK's leading charity for people affected by autism. We provide a wide range of quality, personalised support services for people on the autism spectrum and their families and carers in North Northumberland.

Support for learners with Autism and Asperger Syndrome

The Newcastle Educational Psychology Service works with children and young people (aged 0-25 years) who may have special educational needs and or disabilities in order to help them overcome barriers to learning and development and be included in their community.

We are a network for parents, carers and families of children with disabilities. We aim to connect families with agencies, organisations and professionals, as well as with other families, providing a structured way to share information and work together to improve services and provisions for parent carers and children with disabilities.

This is a confidential and impartial advice service for parent and carers of children with special educational needs. A Parent Partnership Co-ordinator will work with families and help you understand what's happening during any assessment of your child's needs.

Working passionately with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and their families for over 35 years

We provide support for young and adult carers, providing information, guidance and advice for all conditions including Autism. We run a monthly support group, usually the 3rd Thursday of the month, where carers can meet others in a caring role for someone with Autism, to share experiences and information. We are actively involved in raising awareness within the community.

The Partnership Board is a group of people that make sure the ideas in Valuing People Now are being used to make life better for people with learning disabilities.

Information, Advice and Support for young people and parents of children with SEND on all aspects of education and the current legal framework.

NSNN is a parent led charity employing experienced staff to help families with disabled children make the best choices. We also support families with young people through their transition into adult services.

A free and confidential service which provides impartial information, advice and support rregarding special educational needs and disabilities

We support parents/carers by ensuring they have a voice in how services in Gateshead are developed to give the best possible services for disabled children and their families.

The Information, Advice & Support Service is free, impartial and confidential and is here to help you make informed decisions aroung educational choices for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability.

Netbuddy is full of handy tips and bright ideas from parents, carers, teachers and therapists with experience of learning disability and autism.

Offering impartial information, advice and support to parents, children, and young people.

If you live in Newcastle upon Tyne, our new Help and Connect service will help you to get your support right and to make the most of what’s going on in your area. Our team of paid staff and volunteers includes people who use services and family carers.

Offering impartial information, advice and support to parents, children, and young people.

If you need advice on Special Educational Needs (SEN), The Special Educational Needs Teaching and Support Service (SENTASS) are here to offer support and guidance to you and other parents and carers. SENTASS also help to support schools and SENCos on matters related to SEN.

Stockton Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service (SEND IASS) (formerly Parent Partnership Service) is a free, impartial and confidential service. We provide advice, information and support on all matters relating to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Sunderland Carers’ Centre offers a confidential information, advice and support service to carers throughout the City of Sunderland (including Houghton-le-Spring, Hetton-le-Hole, Easington Lane and Washington).

Information, advice and support for children, young people and parents.

Confidential and impartial Information, advice and support for children and young people with special educational needs and their families.

Our centre provides a range of very practical "hands-on" services to children with autism, their parents, wider family, carers and supporting professionals. It is the only one of its kind in the country.

At ASGMA we work hard to help individuals who have, or are affected by the Autism spectrum. We aim to provide support, positive activities and friendship, but we need your help to help them.

ASGMA’s Autism Information & Family Support Service (AIS) provides support to families who have a family member with an Autistic Spectrum Condition.

Support group for Siblings of children with Disabilities. Free Sibling Support group is a great place to connect with other young people who are in similar situations.

If you have a child with Special Educational Needs, you may want to come along to a friendly support group, run by parents, for Parents.

We are a parent support group for families with children on the Autistic Spectrum. We provide advice, guidance and support whilst promoting social inclusion. We have regular parents meetings, information sessions, weekly activities and regular outings.

In 1997 a small group of concerned parents establish a support group in Crewe due to the lack of support at that time for children with autism and their families

We are a local support group for parent carers of children who have or are waiting for a diagnosis of Autism. We meet on a monthly basis and provide activities through the school holidays. We are all parents of a child or children with autism and we all work on a voluntary basis.

We provide a range of services and support for individuals with autism and social communication difficulties.

A new support group for children and young adults who have high-functioning autism/Asperger’s syndrome, their siblings and parents/carers.

BAAS is an organisation that provides advice and support to autistic adults and their families.

FREE - An open door service - for as long as you need us. A full activities, trips and events programme - mainly FREE -small charges may apply.

Blackburn with Darwen Parents in Partnership or BWDPiP are a parent carer led group for Parent Carers of children and young adults aged 0-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).

Blackburn with Darwen Parent Carer Forum - A parent carer forum is a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education, health and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

SENDIASS is committed to providing a flexible and supportive Service, giving parents/carers, children/young people 0-25, schools and professionals the opportunity of working together to meet the special educational needs and disability of the individual pupil.

Provides information and emotional support to carers via a carers helpline and face-to-face appointments, a benefits advice service, newsletter, short breaks, carers courses and special events.

A community based independent information and advisory service for parent carers of children with special educational nedds or disabilities and young people up to the age of 25.

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

BURY2GETHER is a Forum for Parents/Carers of young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), who access services in Bury.

We are a group of parents, siblings and carers of adults with learning disabilities. We provide an opportunity to have a coffee and chat, exchange information and listen to relevant speakers.

If you look after a relative, partner or friend of any age, who needs help due to a physical or mental illness or disability, frailty or an addiction, then you are a carer.

Carlisle Mencap provides life long person centred support for people with learning disabilities and their families in North Cumbria

We provide a service to all schools throughout Cheshire East, offering advice and support to all professionals working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) or other related Social and Communication Difficulties.

The Chatterbox Project offers a programme of activities and support services for members of the local community and beyond. From our after-school provision and toddler group, to our food bank and adult education courses, everything we do is guided by one aim: to bring people together in love

If you think a member of your family may have an Autism Spectrum Condition, this site can give you information and support as you navigate your way through the emotional journey of life with a dependent who is going to need more help than an average person.

Cheshire East Parent Carer Forum is led by parents for parents and carers of children and young people aged 0-25 with additional support needs and disabilities in Cheshire East.

The Parent/carer forum is a warm and friendly group. It meets regularly to share information and experiences, to report to members on our activities and to decide what issues to take up with service providers.

We have a group for those aged 13-25years in Northwich, Winsford and Ellesmere Port

We are Contact, the charity for families with disabled children. We support families with guidance and information on any matter around bringing up a disabled child, can link to peer-networks and the skills and support to campaign, volunteer and fundraise to improve life for themselves and others.

We offer impartial information, advice and support to children and young people (0-25 years) with special educational needs and/or disabilities and their parents and carers in Cumbria.

Delamere Toy Library, an independent charity working in partnership with Trafford Borough Council. It offers an inclusive play environment where parents or carers can relax while the children play with our wide selection of toys. Many of our toys are purchased specifically to meet the needs of disabled visitors.

An information service for families of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities aged 0-25 years. Provides information about social opportunities, groups and clubs for the children and young people as well as linking parents and carers to BwD Carers Service, information about local support groups and opportunities for parents and carers to become involved in consultation events.

A new ‘drop in’ group in Trafford for people living with and those who may be affected by autism.

The place for Liverpool and Merseyside autistic children to have the help and support to start an ABA programme. Register here to try a 12 week Saturday 4 hour taster sessions.

The FYI directory is a new, unique directory for people and professionals across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre. It brings together information about a wide range of local health and council services, community clubs, social groups, wellbeing activities and events into one comprehensive source.

The project which is based in Northenden employs a project officer and a parent participation officer.

HAFS provides services to the whole family unit of families in Halton who have a child or young adult with a condition within the broad range of ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorders).

We direct parent carers to information and services provided for our children with special educational needs and or disabilities and young people including their families in Halton. The forum works to provide feedback on services, information sharing and input into decision making and planning for future service provision.

This service provides information, advice and support for parents of children and young people with SEN or disabilities, young people and children with SEN or disabilities about education, health and social care.

Are you the parent or carer of a child who has a neuro-developmental disorder? Do you feel isolated, confused or frustrated? Do you feel that nobody understands (or cares) about your needs? If so a new support group for people in your situation is being set up in the Bolton area

Supporting parents, carers and young people affected by high functioning Autism and Asperger's syndrome

IAS Manchester offers independent information, advice and support to parents and carers to increase their involvement in the education of their children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Information, advice and support regarding Special Educational Needs and Disability.

Children's Centres across the county provide various inclusive activities and services for children and their families, from Stay and Play sessions, advice and support, to parenting courses.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families.

We are a charity which aims to support children, young people (0-25) and their families. Open to all who fit the criteria of having ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder)

We provide information and support for parents of children with special educational needs and/or a disability over education issues.

Based on the shores of Lake Bassenthwaite, The Lake District Calvert Trust is a residential outdoor centre with 40 years of experience in delivering challenging outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities. We offer exciting residential breaks for schools, groups, families and individuals with their friends and carers, which are accessible to people of all ages including those with the most complex needs for which most outdoor centres cannot cater.

This dedicated information advice and support service is for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families.

We are a parent/carer run forum based in Dingle L8. We aim to empower parents/carers of children with Special Educational Needs and/or a Disability by ensuring they have the information, training, confidence, voice and support needed to make informed decisions about their childs education.

LivPaC is a local parent carer forum in Liverpool independently run by parents for parents, carers, grandparents and family members who have a child/young person between the ages of 0 & 25 years with a disability, complex health needs, SEN or/and additional needs.

SAFE group, for parent carers of individuals with challenging behaviour, ADHD, Autistic Spectrum and learning differences): Share your experiences in a friendly family atmosphere.

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

In Di Go's vision ..... is a society, where all children and young people with a disability are able to realise their goals and aspirations, with a rght to community inclusive activitiesa and services which support them and their families.

We are a parent led branch of NAS offering support to families and individuals living in Cheshire West and Chester who are affected by autism, whether diagnosed or not.

The group offers support and information for parents/carers of children and adults with an ASD. We offer regular support meetings, training opportunities, leisure, social and family activities. Covers Barrow-in-Furness, Furness and surrounding areas.

We have a monthly information morning which offers an extensive lending library, occasional guest speakers and parent partnership drop ins.

The NAS runs a social group in Manchester for adults with high functioning autism and Asperger syndrome on the first Tuesday of the month. The cost is £4 per session plus any activity cost on top

We aim to provide information and support as well as social and leisure activities.

The NAS Blackburn with Darwen branch is run exclusively by volunteers who are parents of children on the autism spectrum or professionals working in the field of autism.

The North West Children’s Support Group is a Lancashire based voluntary organisation which provides holidays and social events for disabled and disadvantaged children.

Information, Advice and Support for Parents, Carers and young people about Special Educational Needs and Disability

OSCA is a local support group for the families of people with autism and other related disorders in Oldham

PIPS is an independent local parent carer forum in Stockport run by parents for parents, carers, grandparents and family members who have a child/young person between the ages of 0 & 25 years with a disability or/and additional needs.

The group is aimed at young autistic people ages 16-30 who want something to do during the day, it is ideal for those who are not yet in employment.

We aim to provide advice and support to parents of children with special educational needs, helping them to gain for their child an education appropriate to their potential.

We are a group of volunteer parents and carers who aim to represent the interests of families and young people with additional needs and disabilities across Rochdale, Heywood and Middleton.

We offer independant, impartial advice and support to parents and carers who have children with learning difficulties or disabilities, whether your child is currently being assessed by the Local Authority or not.

We offer information, advice and support to children, young people and parents about special educational needs and disability, including matters relating to health and social care.

We represent your voice as parents/carers and work alongside you, local authority, schools, health services and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of your children and families.

Salfordautism exists to support anyone who is, cares for, or is affected by someone who has an autism condition.

The group offers coffee mornings, meet ups, days out and parties. Covers Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde.

The information, advice and support service can provide support for parents and young people in arranging and attending meetings as well as offering advocacy support.

We are an independent guidance and support network for families, carers, young people and children affected by the issues and challenges of living with Special Educational Needs.

The intentions of the group are to give support to families and individuals who are in need of assistance and guidance in dealing with family members and individuals who may otherwise feel there is no help available to them.

Space4Autism is a charity based at The Space Centre in Macclesfield, Cheshire that provides a range of valuable services for people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and their families.

We are the Parent Carer Forum for The Metropolitan Borough of Knowsley and provide a friendly,supportive environment where you can link with other people like yourself who understand the worries and rewards of caring for a child with additional needs. We all face the same challenges ,every single day .

Supporting parents of, and young people/children with, Disability and/or SEN.

St Helens Carers Centre is an independent registered charity which is governed by Carers and works to improve the quality of life for informal Carers in the borough of St Helens.

PIPS is Stockport’s official local parent carer forum run by parents for parents, carers, grandparents and family members who have a child/young person between the ages of 0 & 25 years with special educational needs & disabilities including any additional need.

Sunbeams -Especially For Us has been set up as a parent run support group for parents/carers of children with disabilities and special needs including autism, Asperger syndrome and delayed development.

Support group for parents / carers and activities for children/teens who have ASD or ADHD. Activities include trampolining, indoor climbing wall, pool club, swimming, parent/carer groups.

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

The service offers impartial, information, advice and support to disabled children and young people, and those with Special Educational Needs, and their parents (who have children/young people 0-25 yrs).

The Autumn Group is a registered charity- 1146731- that focuses on supporting families caring for children and adults affected by Autism who live in Greater Manchester.

Trafford Carers Centre is a non-profit organisation that supports unpaid carers looking after someone who lives in the Trafford area. The majority of our services are free, and everything you tell us will be kept in confidence.

We believe it is vital that parents and carers have a voice about their child’s education, health and social care. The Parents Forum works in partnership with parents and professionals in the key areas that affect us and our children.

Information, supprt and advice for children young people with SEN or disabilities and their parentson SEN, disability, health and social care.

For parents of younger or adult children who have or may have a neurodiverse condition. No formal diagnosis is needed. An informal drop in session where you can chat, support each other and share ideas. £2 per person includes refreshments.

This is a group which provides information, support and social facilities for parents of children with Aspergers Syndrome.

Warrington Parents & Carers Forum work in partnership with local families and organisations to ensure that services run more effectively with the overall aim of improving the quality of life for children and young people with disabilities and additional needs.

The Service is full time and offers support to Children , Parents and Young People. We offer the full range of services such as support in meetings, home visits, appeals around admissions, exclusions and transport appeals.

The NAS EarlyBird Healthy Minds programme is a six-session parent support programme to help promote good mental health in children with autism (including Asperger syndrome).

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families.

Borough wide SENDIASS provides information, advice and support to disabled children and young people, and those with SEN, and their parents (who have children/young people 0 to 25 years)

Impartial Information Advice & Support for children and young people aged 0 - 25 with special educational needs and disabilities, and their parents/carers.

County Down based charity supporting families and young people with ASD.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability

Helping Hands is organised and managed entirely by volunteer Parents, all of the funds we raise go directly in assisting the families of Children affected by Autism and Aspergers Syndrome. They take great pride in being able to help families have access to literature, equipment, training courses, therapies and facilities.

Provide activities for children with autism spectrum disorders and their siblings in Antrim. Parents attend also and meet other families. We meet regularly at Farrenshane House in Antrim and also organise activities at other locations.

The branch meets monthly and is open to parents/carers and adults with an autism spectrum disorder.

The NAS Mid Ulster Branch is open to anyone affected by autism spectrum disorder and living in the Mid-Ulster area. The branch aims to provide support and information to parents/carers and increase autism-awareness amongst professionals such as opticians and dentists.

Offers support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome. They provide an activity group for young children with autism as well as swimming and trampoline classes. For further details please contact the branch.

Each NAS Branch provides a range of activities which may include: self-help support for parents and carers; information and advice; the running of workshops and seminars; and organising respite care/holiday schemes.

Offers support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome. They provide an activity group for young children with autism.

Teenscene is a supported youth group service for teenagers with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), aged between 10 and 16 years. There are 2 groups, one in Belfast and the other in Newtownards/Bangor. Both meet monthly.

Offers support to families who have a family member with autism or Asperger syndrome. The branch holds a family club every Saturday afternoon.

Offers support to families who have a child or family member with autism or Asperger syndrome. We provide an activity group every other Friday evening for children and young people, parents must accompany them and siblings are welcome

Parent support group which meets in the South Antrim area.

Parent support group for the South Belfast area.

Our group provides support and advice to parents/carers of families living with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Parent support group which meets in the Enniskillen area.

Newry and Mourne Carers offer a wide range of services to carers of all ages

An independent advice centre offering free, confidential and impartial support and advice on a range of issues including housing, benefits, debt management, consumer advice, employment, tax and social issues. The centre can also provide representation at disability benefit tribunals.

Butterfly ForRest aims to provide support, play and respite care for young special needs children and their families in Westhill and surrounding districts.

Caledonia Youth (CY) provide relationships and sexual health support services to young people up to the age of 25, with a particular focus on priority groups such as young people with an ASD.

Capability Scotland campaigns with, and provides education, employment and care services for disabled children and adults across Scotland.

Carers Link supports and encourages carers, providing support, information, advocacy, courses, groups – and a listening ear when you need one.

Our aims are to support all adults in a caring situation in East Lothian to get information and services to help their individual caring role, enhance their own wellbeing and strengthen their collective voice to improve services.

An independent advocacy and information service covering the whole of East Dunbartonshire. We work with people with a range of needs, including those with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.

The Carers’ Centre offers guidance, information and support to carers in Mid Argyll, Kintyre and Isles. All our services are free. We host a counselling service, a Befriender service and offer Playlist for Life.

The Dumfries and Galloway Carers Centre provides information, advice and support to people who care for someone who is ill or disabled. Services include welfare rights advice, signposting to other agencies, information about local services, coping strategies and a one-to-one listening ear.

We give practical and emotional support to individuals, organise groups and provide access to alternative therapies, social events, training sessions, peer support, information and advocacy.

Dundee's Childcare Information Service provides parents and carers with the information they need to make the best choice about the care and education of their children.

Provides information, advice and support to carers of all ages in East Ayrshire. Services include young carers groups, a drop in facility, social activities, training, information, meeting rooms and a newsletter.

The befriending service trains volunteers to befriend lonely, isolated or disabled adults living in East Dunbartonshire.

East Dunbartonshire parent and carer forum for those who have a caring responsibility for someone on the Autism Spectrum.

A membership organisation in Scotland for people with learning disabilities and family carers. Information about their campaigns, services, events and

The Carers Centre provides individual and group support to carers of all ages in Falkirk district and Clackmannanshire.

Gordon Rural Action operates three Advice Centres in Huntly, Inverurie and Ellon. This is an independent service with access to the Citizens Advice Scotland Information System.

Support services and Training

The project supports people who are caring for people with any type of disability.They offer a wide range of facilities to all carers including information, advice, support groups, complimentary therapies, access to welfare rights advice, training courses, advocacy support and counselling.

Parents supporting other parents - to help build a family's confidence and ability to cope. Any family can be supported, as long as they have at least one child under five.

Home-Start offers support, friendship and practical help to families with young children across Clackmannanshire. Home-Start offers a unique service, recruiting and training volunteers, who are parents themselves, to visit families at home who have at least one child under 5 to offer informal, friendly and confidential support.

Offers support, friendship and practical help to families at home with children under 5. A volunteer is assigned to a family and visits them for a couple of hours once a week to provide support, reassurance, a listening ear and an extra pair of hands.

Offers informal support for parents who have at least one child under the age of 5. The support is free, confidential and non-judgemental. Families can self-refer. Home Start helps to increase the confidence and independence of families

JUST Jordan is a new and innovative Autism/Aspergers Awareness Support Group including its very own FREE Monthly Newsletter.

An autism support group for people living in the Kemnay area of Aberdeenshire. We aim to offer a sympathetic ear and to disseminate information to our group. Please contact us to find out where and when we meet.

Kindred (formerly known as SNIP) provides advocacy and information on services available to children with additional support needs and their carers. You don't always have to have a specific question for us, as we also provide a 'listening ear'.

Through it's Integrated Stage School KISS, Music 4 U offer music and music related opportunities to children and young people on the autism spectrum.

The Clydebank / West Dunbartonshire Social Group is for young adults aged 16-25 years at the high-functioning end of the autistic spectrum, such as those with Asperger syndrome (AS).

NAS branches are run by parent volunteers and offer support to families who have a child or family member with autism or Asperger syndrome.

Social Groups are for people over the age of 16 at the high-functioning end of the autistic spectrum, such as those with Asperger syndrome (AS). The groups are facilitated by a Social Programmes Manager who is responsible for a number of groups in their area

EarlyBird is for parents whose child has received a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and is of pre-school age (not yet of statutory school age).

The National Autistic Society (NAS) Branches offer support to families who have a child or family member with autism or Asperger syndrome. This group meets monthly in Kilmarnock. Find us on Facebook NAS East Ayrshire.

As well as providing information and support via email and telephone, the branch also organises social outings and fundraising events, as well as a range of talks and seminars

Support group for parents of children with an ASD living in the general areas of: Daviot, Inverurie, Meldrum, Banff, Macduff, Portlethen and Banchory.

NAS Branch for local families offering support, information and social events.

NAS branches offer support to families who have a child or member with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

NAS branches offer support to families who have a child or member with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

The One Stop Shop in Ayrshire is here to provide information, advice and signposting to people with autism, their families and people within their support network.

The NAS Scotland Family Programme provides information and advice to families of children and young people in Scotland up to the age of 18 years affected by autism.

The group is for young people aged between 12 and 18 years in North Ayrshire or 14 and 18 years in East Dunbartonshire. It aims to encourage social interaction with peers, promote confidence and introduce the young people to activities appropriate to their age and suited to their interests.

We offer support through monthly meetings and also offer a telephone and email support services and a quarterly newsletter.

NAS Branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome. The branch meets monthly in Stirling. For further details please contact the branch.

NAS branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome. The branch meets monthly. For further details please contact the branch.

The centre provides a variety of services to support people who care for someone who is ill or disabled. This includes information, advice, training and leisure and social activities to Carers.

The One Stop Shop Aberdeen is an Autistic-led volunteer service giving information, training and signposting services to Autistic people, their families, friends, and professionals as well as anyone who is interested in learning more about Autism.

Parent Advisory Group for Education and Socialisation (PAGES), a parent support group which runs activities and a youth group for children and young people.

PAMIS works with people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, their family carers and professionals who support them.

PAMIS offers support to families, adults and children with profound and multiple learning disabilities and the professionals supporting them.

PAMIS works with people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, their family carers and professionals who support them in Tayside

Parent to Parent was established in 1988 to support families caring for a child with additional needs living in Angus, Dundee and Perth & Kinross. It is open to all families of children who have a diagnosis or are awaiting or undergoing assessment.

Parent to Parent was established in 1988 to support families caring for a child with additional needs living in Angus, Dundee and Perth & Kinross. It is open to all families of children who have a diagnosis or are awaiting or undergoing assessment.

PASDA is a registered charity supporting parents, carers and partners of adults on the autism spectrum who live in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Perth Autism Support is a local registered charity, supporting children under the age of 18 who have been diagnosed with autism, and their families.

PIN is a group of parents who want to share information and advice with each other, organise training and increase understanding about the way forward to include all children and adults with disability in today's society.

PKAVS Perth Kinross Association of Voluntary Services Dynamic local charity with a Big Heart from carers young and old, to adults recovering from mental ill-health, minority communities, volunteers, and voluntary groups we work tirelessly throughout Perth and Kinross to improve wellbeing, connect communities, and help people to realise their potential.

The Pre-5 Support Service provides a range of services to very young children with developmental difficulties and to their families. Parental support is a key element of the service, in addition to support for children and pre-school centres. Services provided include assessment, advice, consultation, input to the development of Individual Educational Programmes (IEP), and parent support

This is a support group for parents/carers of pre-school children with additional support needs, held at Esslemont School in Ellon. The group provides experienced play workers for the children while adults are supported by the Community Worker.

A group of parents and professionals who share a common interest in the difficulties experienced by some children as they develop through their early years and then move through the education system.

The Advice Line is available to families and professionals who are seeking information and support about autism. Whether looking for services or just generally seeking advice, our Autism Advisors are here to help.

We have a dedicated team of advisors who are trained and experienced in working with people on the autism spectrum. Each year we handle hundreds of calls and our advice line enables a direct first response to families looking for information, advice and support.

We have a dedicated team of experienced autism advisors who are on hand to provide emotional and practical support to families and professionals. Whether it is signposting to particular services, information on getting a diagnosis or just someone to talk to who understands, we have someone here who can help.

Scottish Autism runs two Social Independence Groups in Alloa and Musselburgh for adults with autism. We encourage individuals to come together to develop their social skills and enjoy social activities within the community.

SensationALL provides multi-sensory experiences for children and adults with disabilities, multiple support needs and their families.

Kinnections is a social independence group developed by Scottish Autism in the Central Scotland area. The aim of this group is to provide opportunities for individuals with high functioning autism and/or Asperger syndrome aged 18 or over, to meet and participate in social activities.

Star Youth Club is our specialist youth club provision supporting young teenagers aged 12-18 years living in East Lothian with a wide range of special needs / disabilities.

TaSK aims to support families who have children affected by an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or ADHD. The group will bring families together for friendship and support, to allow parents, carers and their children to meet and chat on a regular basis in an informal way.

A voluntary organisation that has developed a range of services for people with additional support needs and learning disabilities and their carers throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians and Falkirk.

TRAINs is a group of Grampian based professionals, providing FREE training workshops about subjects relating to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The group provide both interactive presentation sessions and practical workshops throughout the (term-time) year to professionals, parents/ carers and family members of anyone with autism.

The Carers Centre provides a drop-in, appointment and telephone advice and support service. A member of staff is always on reception and ready to help.

Family Support for parents and carers of children with a diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition.

Support service for adults (18+) with autism without a learning disability living in Oxfordshire. It is provided by OAADSS, Autism at Kingwood and offers information, workshops, groups and limited short term support.

For adults (age 16+) with High-Functioning Autism and Asperger syndrome in Brighton and Hove.

The Asperger Support Signposting Information Services Team (ASSIST) aid in transitioning individuals to adult services and also offers social groups for adults on the spectrum to meet and socialise.

A voluntary group providing activities and training to improve the lives of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and their families in Milton Keynes.

Autism Berkshire is the leading autism charity in the county, providing a comprehensive range of advice, support, training and leisure activities for individuals and families living with autism, both pre- and post-diagnosis, including the only autism-specific helpline in Berkshire

Training, support and consutancy service for schools, families and individuals.

We are an Oxfordshire based charity offering support and information for parents living in Oxfordshire. We provide activities and workshops for children & young people on the autism spectrum together with information, training, and consultation with professionals, including joint working and development.

Autism Hampshire is an Independent Regional Charity. It offers direct services to over 200 young adults and adults on the autistic spectrum as well as providing Outreach support to many more. All pupils and residents are taught and cared for in very homely surroundings by over 200 autism specific trained staff.

The purpose of our group is to give parents and carers the opportunity to share information, advice and support, in a relaxed, informal environment.

Banbury Aspies offer friendship and support to adults of all ages with Asperger's and HFA in the Banbury area.

The Family Advice Service and our parent members currently operate a number of support groups and drop-ins for parents, grandparents and carers of disabled children in the Swanley, Gravesend, Northfleet, Swanscombe and Greenhithe and Dartford areas.

Bexley SNAP was formed in 1994 by a small group of parents committed to ensuring the needs of their disabled child in Bexley were considered in planning leisure and support services around the borough.

The Information, Advice and Support Service provides confidential and impartial advice and information to support parents/carers and children and young people who have, or may have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Bracknell Forest.

BTGSE exists to support adults on the autistic spectrum in everyday life. The majority of people with an ASD fall outside the criteria of the statutory services, therefore the only support available to them is via charity.

Our service is free, confidential, impartial and at arm’s length from Buckinghamshire County Council. We offer accurate and up to date resources and information about the law on special educational needs and disability.

An opportunity for parents and carers to talk and listen to others with similar experiences. To exchange ideas and information and discuss concerns

Supporting unpaid carers in Hampshire, Portsmouth & Southampton.

Child Autism UK provides services and advice for families of children with autism. Children and their families are at the heart of everything we do and we are committed to helping both achieve a better quality of life.

We offer an independent Specialist Children and Family Services for all families in and around Buckinghamshire and surrounding counties who have children and young people/young adults from birth to twenty-five years of age who have any level of special needs and disabilities.

Hospital and Hospices project, Early Years workshops, SEND Parent Adviser

A parent support group meeting on the First Tuesday of every month (term-time only) at the Cowes Children's Centre

Patient Experience and PALS Team - Informal help, advice and problem resolution services and signposting. Connected to any care or service provided by our Trust.

Supporting children and young people with ASD, and their families.

GRASPS (Greater Resources for Autism Supporting Parents and Siblings) is a recently formed parent and family forum, supporting families affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and particularly Asperger syndrome.

The Information, Advice and Support Service provides confidential and impartial advice and information to support parents/carers and children and young people who have, or may have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Help with autism is THE place to find great quality, up to date support and resources for anything autism related. It doesn’t matter if you are several years after diagnosis or just beginning to have concerns, here at Help With Autism, we have something to suit your needs.

Family support, consultation and direct coaching for children and young people with special needs.

We offer support and advice about special educational needs and disabilities, including social care and short breaks.

The Information, Advice and Support Service provides confidential and impartial advice and information to support parents/carers and children and young people who have, or may have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

KEEN is a registered charity and a joint organisation of Oxford University and Oxford Brookes University. We provide social, sporting and recreational activities for children and young adults with special needs in the surrounding area.

Ashford, Canterbury, Maidstone, Medway & Tunbridge Wells Adult Support Groups. Support Group for Parents, Partners and Carers of ADULTS with Asperger Syndrome or Autism

Ashford, Canterbury, Maidstone, Medway & Tunbridge Wells Autism/Asperger Syndrome Support group for parents and carers of children and young people

Working with disabled children, young people and their families.

Information, advice and support relating to SEND (special educational needs and disabilities). Support with ECHP process, schools, placements, reviews and lodging paperwork for an appeal. Information on local support services and support with DLA/PIP

MAGIC is an independent Medway-based charitable organisation providing a range of activities and events to support families living with autism, Asperger's and other learning difficulties.

This is a weekly coffee morning supporting parents and carers or children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)/attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the local area.

mASCot is for families who have children with an Autistic Spectrum Condition mASCot enables families to connect and meet others in the same situation as themselves. We are all families from Brighton and Hove and we all use the same schools and services.

Mates 'n' Dates is a specialist dating & friendship agency for adults with learning disabilities in Oxfordshire.

MK SENDIAS is a statutory service offering confidential and impartial information, advice and support. The service supports children and young people (0-25) with special education needs and/or disabilities as well as their parents/carers.

We are a group of volunteers who aim to provide support and information to people with autism spectrum disorders and their families.

It offers regular activities for families of children with autism, one to one support for families (e.g. support with DLA applications and statementing process.) The branch activities include monthly sensory swimming sessions, monthly soft play sessions, a bi-weekly autism specific gaming club, and a weekly autism specific youth club for ages 10-18.

We have two support groups term time only.

The NAS Dover and Deal Branch provide support and information via email, telephone and Facebook. We run two monthly groups at Triangles Community Centre in Dover, one for ages 10 and under and the other for ages 10 and above.

The NAS EarlyBird Programme is a three-month programme for parents/carers of a pre-school (not yet of statutory school age) child with a diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder.

The group aims to provide support and information to parents and carers of those with an autism spectrum disorder. Formal diagnosis is not a requirement, the branch is still there for people affected by autism to help in any way it can.

The branch was formerly called SWAPS, which stands for South West Autistic Parents' Support group. It was a group based in Kingston-upon-Thames that was set up by parents with children on the autism spectrum.

Lambeth Autism Group organises a number of activities as well as acting as a source of information on local events/services.

We are the local Milton Keynes Branch of the National Autistic Society. The committee members all have children who are on the autism spectrum and understand the challenges and rewards this brings.

Local support group aiming to inform and help local parents and carers by: publishing a newsletter; running a club for school aged children; organising regular family activities; liaising with local services and raising awareness.

The branch supports children, young people and adults with autism, and their families, in the South Hampshire area.

The National Autistic Society Surrey Branch is a parent-to-parent support group run by volunteers. Our team are all parents of someone on the autism spectrum or people who have an autism spectrum condition themselves.

The Thanet branch run a weekly support group at a local youth club for parents and carers to have an informal chat or receive information and learn more about ASD. Children on the autism spectrum of any age are welcome, as are their siblings.

The West Berkshire Branch provides speaker evenings, social clubs for children and young people, family holiday activities, a newsletter, local lobbying and a range of weekly and monthly activities.

Our branches provide a local hub where parents, carers and people with autism can get help, access services, support each other and meet other people and families in similar situations.

We are a parent run charity supporting families with children and young adults with ASD or related conditions across Oxfordshire.

Impartial information, advice and support for parents of children with Special Educational Needs and Children and Young people with SEN & Disabilities

Impartial information, advice and supoprt for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, and their families. Helpline, websites, information sheets and practical help with meetings, paperwork, complaints etc.

Parents For Autism is a Worthing-based group of people that meet bi-monthly who have one important thing in common: We are related to, work with or are parents of at least one child/young person on the Autistic Spectrum (with or without an official diagnosis).

Parents Support, Autistic Spectrum Condition Support Service (ASCSS) Group meetings are held each month in school term time.

Parents Talking Asperger’s is a voluntary support group for parents of children and young adults with Asperger’s Syndrome (a form of Autism) living near Banbury, Oxfordshire.

An independent local charity that supports children and adults with a learning disability and/or autism spectrum condition, their families and carers in the Boroughs of Wokingham and Bracknell, Berkshire

'Umbrellas' offers three local support groups to parents of children in mainstream schools.

Offering free confidential and impartial information advice and support to Reading parents/carers who have children/young people with SEND and to the children and young people directly, if required.

A support group for parents and individuals with a autism diagnosis or awaiting a autism diagnosis and their siblings too.

Provide impartial information advice and support to children / young people with SEND, aged 0 - 25, and their parents / carers.

Providing parents/carers and young people with Special Educational Needs with impartial information and support.

SPACE is a parent-led group that meets monthly for a friendly coffee morning with speakers & discussions and informal evening meetings.

SPOTS - Supporting People On The Spectrum is support group run by parents / carers for families & friends of children and young people on the autism spectrum.

Parent Support provided alongside clubs for young people age 11 to 25 on the autism spectrum, giving parents a break and the opportunity to meet with other parents and chat to our trained parent supporters.

A charity for people with severe learning disabilities whose behaviour challenges. Making a difference to the lives of children and adults across the UK through

The Springboard Project is a community based charity that provides inclusive play and leisure opportunities for families with young children and fun short breaks for children and teenagers with disabilities .

Our services are aimed at parents/carers and children from 0-5 years. The Windmill Sure Start Children’s Centre aim is to help...

For families living with autism and similar conditions in Hart, Rushmoor and surrounding areas.

Way Out West is a social gathering for adults aged 18+ with High Functioning Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome who want to meet like-minded people, broaden their social circle and have fun.

West Berkshire Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service is available to parents, carers, of children and young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and/or a disability (SEND). Also children and young people with SEND themselves

This group is run in conjunction with West Berkshire Council for parents and carers living in West Berkshire.

The service provides impartial information, advice and support to parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilites.

The group meets on the first Friday of every month for coffee, cake and a chat. It offers support and advice to parents, carers and families whose lives are affected by autism. There are regular guest speakers, family activities and other days out.

Impartial information, advice and support relating to special educational needs and disability (SEND)

Aims to provide free, confidential, impartial advice, guidance and support to parents of children with special educational needs, including the very young.

The Women's Asperger Circle. A self help circle for women 30 years old and above who have been given a late in life diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome.

BANDs (Bath Adult autism Neurodiversity groups) are peer advocacy and support groups which meet one afternoon and evening a month in central Bath. These groups are for adults on the autism or neurodiversity spectrums.

Adults whose partner has a diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition (this includes Asperger syndrome). This is a regional group open to people in areas covered by BASS, i.e. Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.

The SEND Partnership Service (SPS) provides free confidential and impartial information, advice and support about matters relating to special educational need or disability, including health and social care. SPS is a Statutory Service provided in-house at Bath & North East Somerset Council and operates at “arms-length” from the Local Authority.

Do you have a child who is has autism or you suspect is somewhere on the autism spectrum? Do you find it hard getting out to meet people? Come to our support group and meet other parents who are going through the same issues as you.

Family Link is a type of caring which enables the needs of a disabled child or young person to be met by someone other than their main carer. This may be for day care or for a longer period including overnight stays, but is usually agreed in advance, rather than in an emergency.

Its mission is to help children aged from six months to 25 years with conditions affecting their social, communication and learning abilities to achieve their potential for a happier and more fulfilled life.

Preschool for children with additional needs from birth to 5 years

We are a support group based in Bridgwater for parents & carers of family members with special needs and/or a disability.

Providing the Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIAS) for Parents/Carers of Children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND) and Children & Young People with SEND.

Butterflies-Haven support families affected by autism spectrum disorders by providing two social groups - The Young Voice Social Group (for ages 3-11) and The Step-Up Youth Group (for ages 12-16). We are a caring, supportive organisation providing social events for Parents/Carers, Children and Youths who experience Autism Spectrum related challenges.

A monthly group offering friendship, support and advice for families who have a child with an additional need or disability.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children no matter what their condition or disability.

Our friendly and dedicated team can provide information, advice, support and training around Education, health and Social Care for young people and parents and carers of children with special education needs and/or disabilities (age 0-25).

Our groups holds social meetings and outings for adults with Asperger’s Syndrome, their friends and carers in Cheltenham and Cirencester.

We provide information, advice and support to children and young people, aged 0-25, who have or may have special educational needs and disabilities, and their parents.This is impartial, confidential and free.

We provide support and information for adults with Asperger's Syndrome and their carers, families, friends and supporters in the Dorset area

Special Educational Needs and/or Disability, Information, Advice and Support Service for parents/carers and children/young people aged 0-25 living in Dorset with SEND.

EarlyBird is for parents whose child has received a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and is of pre-school age (not yet of statutory school age).

FAST is a parent run support group for families with children with an ASD. We mainly cater for families with 0 -18 yr olds but would be happy for parents of older children to come along to a meeting.

Supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families in the Forest of Dean.

Do you have a child who is on the Autistic Spectrum or think might be? There is a supportive group that runs on the second Tuesday of the month from 10-12. It's located at the Spring Centre in Quedgeley.

SENDIASS Gloucestershire provides information, advice and support on matters relating to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The service is offered to parents and carers of children and young people aged between 0 and 25 years old.

Incredible Kids aims to provide play and support services to families with a child with a disability or additional need to reduce inequality and social isolation.

Plymouth Information, Advice and Support for SEND (PIAS) provides information, advice and support relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) for parents, carers, children and young people within the Plymouth Local Authority area.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families.

Kingswood hub provides access to a range of health, children’s, young people and family services under one roof.​​

We provide children who have additional needs with the opportunity to play alongside children following the normal developmental path, in a friendly and safe environment. Parents and carers can gain support, information, advice and a few minutes to themselves and at the same time their children can gain new experiences through education and stimulation.

A supportive group for parent carers of children and young people with Autism.

The purpose of the group is to support parents/carers of adults with an autism spectrum condition. Meetings are held at a central location in Bristol.

We have informal support meetings (term times only) and try to invite guest speakers to discuss topics that may affect our families. We have books and resources to look at, as well as details of local groups, clubs and events.

NAS East Devon ASC Parents and Supporters Group (formerly known as East Devon ASC Parents and Supporters Group) is a parent group which provides a monthly meeting for mutual support and bi-monthly speakers. Email contact weekdays is preferable.

The Gloucestershire Branch of the National Autistic Society provides help, support and information to families, carers, partners, individuals with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and anyone in the county of Gloucestershire with an interest in autism.

This is a parent support group meeting in Frome once every term at 7.30 to offer information and advice to parents/carers of children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

NAS North Somerset Group offers support to parents of children or adults who have an autism spectrum condition (ASC). This is in the form of support group meetings held once a month in Portishead. Please email for dates and further information.

The NAS North Wiltshire Branch offers support and information for parents of children with an autism spectrum Disorder (ASD) or autism spectrum condition (ASC).

A Peer support group for adults with Asperger Syndrome or High-functioning autism. We have regular free meetings providing a safe space to socialise and share our experiences of living in a neuro-typical world. We organise group activities like garden visits and ten-pin bowling, and have speakers sometimes on useful topics.

Support group for the local autism community

The group works to promote awareness of ASD throughout the community. The group, supporting parents, aims to work with all concerned towards the development of a brighter future in Somerset for those with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, particularly Asperger syndrome.

The NAS South Gloucestershire Branch offers support to parents and carers of children who have an autism spectrum disorder, Asperger syndrome or Pathological Demand Avoidance.

The branch provides social events such as fun days, skittles and barbeques and offers information, support and signposting services, as well as having speakers at their meetings. They currently provide a social group for young adults with Asperger syndrome but would like to expand this to have more social groups for a younger age group and another for those lower on the spectrum.

NAS Tavistock and District Asperger Support Group (TAD AS Group for short) is a local group for adults with/or awaiting a possible diagnosis of Asperger syndrome or High Functioning Autism.

The branch exists to do what it can to help people with autism and their families. It does this by having open meetings every month with guest speakers where people have the opportunity to meet and support each other.

This branch offers support and information for parent/carers of children on the autistic spectrum. The group meets on the first Wednesday of every month 7-9pm at The Horse and Groom, Westbury.

We are a parent/carer led support group. In March 1992 a group of parents and professionals, concerned with children on the autistic spectrum, form the North Devon Forum for Autism and Related Behaviours. The scope soon widened to include adults. In 2015 the name of the forum was updated to reflect the whole spectrum of conditions and also ADHD (incorporating ADD).

Providing the Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIAS) for Parents/Carers of Children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND) and Children & Young People with SEND.

A support group for parents/carers of children (or adults) with autism. We have regular free meetings providing a safe space to share our experiences of caring for someone with autism. We also provide signposting to services where possible.

Plymouth information, Advice and Support for SEND (PIAS) provides information,advice and support relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) for parents, carers, children and young people within the Plymouth Local Authority area.

Rainbow Resource forms part of Bath and North East Somerset’s Local Offer, providing online resources, information on support groups/services, an events calendar and news section to support families with a child/young person aged 0-25 years with SEND.

SENDiass4BCP is an impartial, confidential, arms-length service for children and young people up to the age of 25 with special educational needs and disabilities SEND, and their parents/carers.

Aiming to improve the lives of families affected by Autism & Asperger's in the Shepton Mallet area

Social Opportunities (SOCOPS) provides support for children from 8 years of age with a High Functioning Autistic Spectrum Condition and their families.

Somerset SENDIAS is a free, impartial and confidential service which provides information, advice and support about special educational needs and disability (SEND) for parent carers, children and young people (up to the age of 25).

Supportive Parents provides the Special Educational Needs & Disability Information, Advice & Support (SENDIAS) Service in Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire. We are an independent organisation offering free, confidential and impartial advice to parents, carers, children or young people.

We are a small service offering confidential impartial support and advice around all aspects of Special Educational Needs and Disability. We help parents and carers to make informed choices based on knowledge of their rights and responsibilities.

Special Educational Needs Torbay SENDIASSand/or Disabilities, Information, Advice and Support Service for parents/carers and children/young people in relation to children/young people with SEND aged 0 – 25 living or attending education within Torbay.

A supportive group for parent carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities

Wiltshire Independent Support and Advice (Formerly WISA) Service offers free and impartial information, support and advice to parents, children and young people in relation to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

BSSG is a support group for adults with Asperger Syndrome living in the Bridgend and Maesteg Area. They meet twice a month, once as a support group and once as a social network group.

This service provides outreach support for mainstream schools and home support for families of children and young people with autism between the ages of 2 and 19 years.

Carers Outreach Service provides free and confidential support and information to adult unpaid carers in Conwy, Anglesey and Gwynedd.

Carers Trust Wales exists to provide action, help and advice to carers throughout Wales.

In information-based service for anyone who has a query relating to learning disability. We can help with all kinds of enquiries including: clubs and groups in your area; holidays and leisure; Direct Payments; funding/grants; Special Educational Needs; wills and trusts; welfare benefits and much more.

CATCHUP provides an information and advice centre specialising in Welfare Benefits Advice. The staff deal with enquiries on a range of issues involving people with disabilities and their carers. Most of the work involves advising people on their welfare benefit entitlements.

If you don't know where to turn next? Struggling to cope with your child's behaviour? Would like to learn more about your child's diagnosis? Educational help? Would like to find out what help is in the area for you? Just want to talk to like minded parents or just want a coffee and company? Then this is the group for you.

Contact provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.

The Discovery Project is a mentoring project organised by Cardiff University for young people with autism between the ages of 14 and 19. The project aims to encourage young people to aspire to attend University, not just Cardiff

The EarlyBird Healthy Minds programme is a six-session parent support programme to help promote good mental health in children with autism (including Asperger syndrome).

The National Autistic Society EarlyBird Programme is a three-month programme for parents/carers of a pre-school (not yet of statutory school age) child with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.

Hope GB are a support group for parents and carers for children with autism. The evening support group usually meets on the second Monday of each month 6.30pm to 8pm at Ty Nant Ddu Day Centre, Hospital Road, Pontypool, NP4 8LE for a chat and tea/coffee.

NAS Branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome.

NAS Branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome.

The NAS Caerphilly Branch provide support to families who are affected by autism. They organise bi monthly groups with support from Caerphilly Autism Service.

Cardiff and the Vale National Autistic Society (NAS) Branch is a self funded parent–led voluntary group that meets regularly to exchange information, advice and support in a sociable and friendly atmosphere. We run monthly coffee mornings in Cardiff and Barry , a range of workshops and speaker events ,plus weekly family activities . Membership is free .

A voluntary self help group offering activities and providing support to local individuals and families. The group is a parent group for Carmarthenshire residents.

Provides information and support for people with autism and Asperger syndrome, their families, friends and carers.

The NAS Merthyr Tydfil Branch runs monthly ASD-specific soft play sessions, ASD pool/flume parties, Kidz Fit sessions and activities including horse riding and rock climbing. They hold coffee mornings and regular courses.

The National Autistic Society (NAS) branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome. Please contact for any information on any local support groups or if you have any queries.

NAS Newport Branch (formerly known as NAS South Gwent Branch) will hold three to four information sharing meetings a year with local, national and international speakers.

There are two NAS Newport Social Groups, one for people aged between 18 and 25, and another for those aged over 25.

The NAS Pembrokeshire Branch are a parent led voluntary group. They hold monthly coffee mornings/evenings in Pembroke, Haverfordwest and Fishguard. They also organise days out, seminars, guest speakers and much more.

NAS South Powys Branch provide support to parents and carers of people who have an ASD. They welcome parents and carers of children on the autism spectrum and also try to provide some support to adults on the spectrum together with parents/carers/siblings of either children or adults.

Our New Mill Court autism resource centre in Swansea is a newly developed day service where adults with autism are given the opportunity to learn new skills, develop their interests and try new experiences. Leisure and learning activities: Our activities are designed to help and encourage people with autism to develop life skills, make decisions and gain the confidence to become more independent.

The National Autistic Society Cymru works with autistic people across Wales. We provide a wide range of quality, personalised support services for people on the autism spectrum and their families and carers.

NAS Branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome.

NAS Branches offer support to families who have a child or member with autism or Asperger syndrome.

Our family support team works across Monmouthshire to deliver direct support to people on the autism spectrum and their families and carers. We provide a home visit service and a number of parent support groups across the area.

Social Groups are for people over the age of 16 at the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum, such as those with Asperger syndrome (AS). The groups are facilitated by a Social Programmes Manager who is responsible for a number of groups in their area.

We provide support for non paid carers who provide various forms of care for family members or just friends/neighbours. We provide support and advice about benefits.

This support group is made up of parents/carers of children and young people/adults with additional needs including autism, physical disability, learning disability or mental health issues.

This service offers advice, information and emotional support to unpaid carers living in the County of Wrexham. If you are aged 18 and over and caring for an individual due to ill health, illness, disability or addiction we can help you. The service provides regular newsletters, counselling support groups, therapies, social events and training.

We provide information to carers on carers assessments and signposting to other organisations.

support where vulnerable adults and young people over 16 live at home with a specially recruited and trained carer and their family.

Support group meets first Monday of the month at 7.30pm at Penygraig rugby club. They provide support, information and fun activities where children with ASD can be who they are, make new friends, experience new activities, siblings can meet up as well.

The Carers Support Project has a free Carers Guide and provides advice and support to all carers. We have a free counselling service for carers and free carers helpline - Freephone CarersLine 0808 100 1801.

The service is independent and supports children and young people aged 0-25 years and their families, specialising in: autism spectrum conditions, brain injury, global developmental delay, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, attachment difficulties and dyspraxia.

SNAP Cymru provides information, advice and support for parents, children and young people who have, or may have, special educational needs or disabilities. The best way of supporting children is by working with the whole family.

Sunflowers was set up by parents in the local community who have children with additional learning needs. Many of us are working parent and therefore have problems accessing groups available only during the day.

Provides information and support to carers.

The ASD Support Service works in a person centred way with the young person and their family, school and allied professionals. It aims to support children and families by listening, providing relevant information, and signposting to other professionals who may be able to offer help.

Support for parents/carers of children and young people with a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder and/or attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder.

Y Bont is an independent not-for-profit organisation, based in Bridgend. Its mission statement is ‘Enabling children with a disability to fulfil their potential’.

The group offers informal advice and support to parents and an opportunity for parents in similar situations to get together and share experiences and ideas. It also offers opportunities to find about other services in the area.

We are a Support Group for Parents / Carers of children and young adults with Asperger’s, Autism and ALL associated conditions, whether diagnosed or not.

Charity dedicated to supporting adults with Asperger's Syndrome, and their families, in Worcestershire and beyond.

ASSERT are a small team of Case Coordinators who are funded until 2015 to provide support to families who have a child with autism with SEN-related issues, including statements and EHC plans, self-directed support, personal budgets, transition to adulthood.

This services provides mentoring to young adults who are leaving secondary school and unsure of what to do next.

We provide advice, information and support to parents, carers and family members who have a child or family member with an autistic spectrum condition or who they feel may be on the autistic spectrum. The work will be delivered in a variety of settings and times to suit the needs and demands of the clients’ family situation. To raise awareness of autism and the issues that can face the person with a diagnosis and their families with representatives of the youth and community, social care and business sectors

An online support network for parents of autistic children in Warwickshire

This is a group for families who have children on the autism spectrum alongside other conditions such as ADHD and Epilepsy (hence the name Autism Plus). The group meets every 3rd Monday of the month (except during school holidays) at 8pm at the Parish Centre of Our Lady of the Assumption (Mary Vale) in Great Barr.

A group especially for dads of children with autism. Learn more about autism, meet other dads in the same situation and discuss ideas and strategies to help manage behaviour.

Group meets once a month at the Quaker Meeting House, Selly Oak, 10 am-12 noon. Speakers are invited to meetings to reflect on topics of interest.

Autonomy is a social enterprise which runs social events for young people and adults with high functioning ASDs, whether diagnosed or not. It also offers support and advice to its members along with free a bi-monthly newsletter and a range of outings each year.

This programme is designed for parents and carers of children and young people aged 7-18 years with an autism spectrum condition (ASC). It is delivered over six 2.5-3 hour sessions which cover a number of topics: Autism and diagnosis; Communication; Sensory Issues; Understanding behaviour; Managing behaviour; and Choice of topic decided by parents/carers.

Barnardo's Harris House project provides services for families who have disabled children in need of intensive support. It aims to address specific and complex issues that significantly impact upon parenting capacity.

Birmingham Carers Centre provides support, information and advice to people who care for friends and family with disabilities. Support Workers based at the Centre provide support to Carers on all issues related to their caring role.

The Birmingham Disability Resource Centre (BDRC) provides a range of services to disabled people and their support networks living in Birmingham including general information and advice, counselling, support groups and activities and employment preparation.

We are a voluntary group of Birmingham Parent Carers whose purpose is to become the bridge between services and families and a collective voice representing all members and all disabilities. We aim to build strong and sustainable links between our Local authority, Joint Clinical Commissioning Group and The Children’s Trust.

Birmingham SEND Information, Birmingham IASSAdvice & Support Service provides advice and information on all aspects of special educational needs, for parents, children, and young people.

Our services help develop the organisations who provide services, and the people who give support.

The autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Support Group for Redditch and Bromsgrove meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month, from 8pm-10pm, for parent meetings. We have a variety of speakers attend the meetings and have meetings where parents have opportunities to chat and exchange ideas.

The Carer Support Team supports informal carers that care for someone living in Wolverhampton with an illness or disability. As part of a Carers Assessment the team provides Information, Advice and Guidance as well as benefits advice and emotional support. The service is aimed at adult carers looking after another adults with an illness or disability or a parent/carer of a child with a disability.

CARES provides information, help and support to unpaid family carers and the people they look after within Sandwell in the West Midlands.

Autism West Midlands' Parent Support Groups run across the West Midlands region and are accessible to all parents, whether or not their child has a diagnosis of autism. The groups provide a listening ear and sounding board for emotions and experiences.

Support group for parents & carers of children with autism and related disabilities.

Contact a Family provides support, advice and information for families with disabled children, no matter what their condition or disability.

Coventry Action for Autism Group offers: A chance to meet other parents and look at issues and problems linked to Autism; Information about help and support for Autistic children and their families; Social activities for Autistic children and their families.

The Autism Support Service is a team of specialist teachers and teaching assistants who provide advice and support for children and young people diagnosed as having an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Coventry Carers Centre provides information, advice and support to family carers. It provides its services free from both the Centre, based in accessible premises in the City Arcade, and through outreach activity in the community.

We are a group of parents and carers who have come together to help influence, shape and develop services for children and young people 0-25 years with a disability and/or additional need in Coventry.

The Coventry SEND Information, Advice and Support Service provides information and support to children, Young people and parents whose children have special educational needs (SEN). We provide accurate, impartial information on the full range of options available to children, young people and parents.

Helping the Black, Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and disadvantaged/low income families access all available services by offering a personalised, culturally aware service.

Disability Solutions West Midlands is a voluntary organisation, a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. It is controlled and run by local disabled people with services available across the whole of the West Midlands.

Dudley Autistic Support Group is a registered charity supporting families with children on the autistic spectrum with advice, information, day trips, pamper nights, relaxing holistic therapy sessions, Christmas parties and much more.

Dudley parent carer’s forum is committed to engaging and empowering parents and carers of children with disabilities or additional needs so that they can influence decisions and improve changes to services delivery.

Dudley Special Educational Needs & Disability Information, Advice and Support Service provides a range of information from education law to related law on disability, health and social care to help parents, children and young people in making informed choices and this enables them to play an active role in relation to educational decisions.

The Empathy 'Friendship Group' is a group for and about families, where everyone is encouraged to socialise and play. As parents we understand how difficult that is for some of our special children, we therefore work hard to meet their needs first and pride ourselves on being ASD friendly.

We deliver a range of services including the provision of integrated complementary therapy, advocacy, employment advice, debt counselling and community based initiatives on HIV, substance misuse and crime.

I run this group, funded by Rocklands Special Primary School where I work as a Teaching Assistant. I am also the parent of a young person with autism. It caters for any parent or carer of a child with any disability or special need.

Gloucestershire Young Carers (GYC) offer support to young carers aged 5-7 years in an advocacy role and a range of support including weekly groups and residential services to carers aged 8-25 years.

Hansel and Gretel Support Group are a registered charity providing mutual support and friendship to disabled and special needs children and their families in the Wyre Forest area of Worcestershire (Kidderminster, Bewdley, Stourport etc).

The Hansel and Gretel Support Group is a registered charity providing mutual support and friendship to disabled and special needs children and their families in the Wyre Forest area of Worcestershire (Kidderminster, Bewdley, Stourport and surrounding communities).

Heart of Autism provides a parent support group for parents and carers of children and young people with autism and related conditions. We offer a listening ear, advice, signposting service and invite prominent speakers to give talks on autism related topics.

Herefordshire and Worcestershire SENDIASS provides free, confidential, impartial and accessible information, advice and support on all matters relating to children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).

Parent Carer Support Groups/coffee mornings meet across the county on a regular basis (during term time). The Parent Carer Forum meets on a monthly basis so together we can make a difference and improve local services for our children. We run 'Parent Connect' which is a local scheme putting parent carers in touch with each other.

We are 'In It Together' a new support group based in Tamworth. We support parents/carers of children with additional needs in Tamworth and the surrounding areas. A diagnosis is not important to attend a meeting as we recognise the need for support before, during and after diagnosis.

Working with disabled children, young people and their families.

Lifeworks Staffordshire is a registered charity supporting people on the autistic spectrum. Based in Newcastle under Lyme, the charity was founded in 2006 by Louise Zandian

We are a small support group supportting parents and children with disabilities such has Autism, ADHD, PDA etc. We: •organise monthly meet ups for the parents to find a support network;

The Lisieux Trust aims to support people with disabilities enabling them to develop from the security of a stable home in order to achieve their full potential in society. It runs residential and supported living schemes for adults with learning disabilities and autism and a Disability Information and Resource Centre for people of all disabilities and ages including physical, learning, mental health and sensory.

A local voice for disabled people & carers. We have drop ins located in Newport , Telford town Centre and Wellington , are hubs are run specifically for Adults on the Autistic Spectrum and Mental Health . Age range is 16+

Support group for families living with diagnosed or suspected autism. Based in Stockingford, Nuneaton.

Marches Family Network is a charity that works with families who have a child with any disability throughout Herefordshire. In addition, they offer playdays in Ludlow. This includes support to families of children with autism spectrum disorders.

The Herefordshire branch of The National Autistic Society offers information, social and emotional support to children, young people and families affected by Autism. We offer Saturday Stay and Play club and Parent/carer support groups.

The National Autistic Society is the UK's leading charity for people affected by autism. We provide a wide range of quality, personalised support services for people on the autism spectrum and their families and carers in Northamptonshire.

National Autistic Society Shropshire is the Shropshire Group of the National Autistic Society and is entirely run by volunteers. It offers quality support and guidance to a small group of adults with mild to moderate Autism or Aspergers Syndrome.

The Stafford branch of The National Autistic Society offers information, social and emotional support to children, young people and families affected by Autism. We offer Saturday Stay and Play club, Saturday Youth club, Lego groups, Holiday activities and Parent support groups.

Social Groups are for people over the age of 18 at the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum, such as those with Asperger syndrome (AS).

he branch was launched in October 2013 and covers the immediate areas around Worcestershire as well as Herefordshire. We have a number of trained volunteers who help out at our events and activities

The National Autistic Society EarlyBird Programme is a three-month programme for parents/carers of a pre-school (not yet of statutory school age) child with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.

The charity exists to provide better opportunities for adolescents from age 16 (who have left school) and adults with Able Autism /Asperger Syndrome.

We provide information and advice for the carers of and people with Panic, Anxiety, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and the effects of Tranquiliser withdrawal. We can provide treatment and support over the telephone so that all sufferers can be helped.

The North Staffordshire Asperger/Autism Association (NSAAA) aims to provide support, information and advice to individuals with Autism Spectrum Conditions and their families and carers.

Charity supporting family care-givers, former carers, the bereaved and the socially isolated.

Parent Carer Voice is a group of parents in Herefordshire who are working with the local authority and health partnership to ensure the needs of children up to the age of 25 years with disabilities, Special Educational Needs are met.

PSNA present opportunities for parents to access information about services available in addition to supporting and encouraging parents to utilise the skills they have developed through their own understanding and experiences of being a parent of a child with autism.

Parents on the Move is a support group for parents of children with an autism spectrum disorder. The group meets during term time, usually on the third Friday of the month from 10-12 at Birmingham Community Children's Centre. Crèche facilities are provided. For further information, please contact the Birmingham Community Children's Centre.

Asperger’s support for families with children and young people with Asperger’s Syndrome (High Functioning Autism/ASD)

Patient Information Service (formerly Information Service on Disability/ISD) The service provides advice, information, advocacy and signposting to other relevant services for patients with any disability. It can also provide advice to carers and professionals such as health or social workers.

Our ethos is based around ‘Parent Participation’ and giving you the ability to share with us what you most want for the benefit of our children. Our overall aim is to improve the lives of families who have a disabled child or additional need, in the Telford & Wrekin area.

Resources for Autism provide practical services for children and adults with an autistic spectrum condition and for those who love and care for them. We have a team of trained, enthusiastic and kind staff and volunteers offering a wide range of support. We operate in London and the West Midlands. For more information on our services please visit our website for more details.

We are a small charity supporting familes in Coventry and Warwickshire who are effected by autism. We run several groups for families and organise trips and activities.

Rugby Autism Network is a local organisation for parents, carers and friends of those on the spectrum. Our website and Facebook page features the latest autism news, local information and promotes local autism friendly activities.

Advice Sessions are one-to one contact offering advice and guidance to parents and other family members around autism. We offer a listening ear and provide information on strategies that may help.

Shropshire Autism Hub is designed for people on the autism spectrum including Asperger`s Syndrome. Carers are welcome too.

Shropshire Autistic Supporters offers a range of services including: support, information, signposting, a website, mums chat and telephone helpline, Whatever is needed Shropshire Autistic Supporters aim to be of help to anyone affected by autism spectrum disorders, including carers/support workers and professionals.

Shropshire Information, Advice and Support Service (IASS) formerly known as Parent Partnership Service (PPS), provides free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support around Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including health and social care.

PACC (PACC Shropshire) is a local parent carer forum and promotes the participation of parent carers in the planning and delivery of services for children and young people (0-25 years) with disabilities or additional needs in Shropshire.

Spectrum is run by PACC as an ASD specific Oasis group, although a formal diagnosis is not essential to attend.These meetings bring parent carers together to share their experiences. Each meeting is supported by a trained PACC befriender and offer an opportunity for parent carers to provide advice, support and information to each other.

SASSI is an Autism Support Group for parents/guardians of children or young people with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). All are welcome whether there has been a diagnosis or there is one pending.

The Family Information Service provides information and advice to families on childcare, activities and support services and provides support for families of children with additional needs and/or disabilities to access services.

The Solihull Parent Carer Forum is a voluntary group of parents of children with additional needs. We work with (but are independent from) Solihull Local Authority to ensure the services they plan and deliver meet the special needs of children and young people, as well as the standards required by law.

The information advice and support service on issues related to SEN and disability for parents and carers, children, and young people.

Local parent support group - Aldridge

STACS is a voluntary group of parents, carers and partners of people with Aspergers Syndrome / High Functioning Autism.

Charity to support families effected by Autism in Staffordshire

The Staffordshire Adults Autistic Society is an official organisation with charitable aims for adults aged 18 and over with Asperger syndrome or autism, run by people with Asperger syndrome or autism. It provides outings, social events, autism conferences, meetings, newsletters and free membership.

The Staffordshire Autism Partnership Board is responsible for overseeing the commissioning, planning and provision of autistic spectrum conditions services in the County. The term 'autism' as an umbrella term for all autistic spectrum conditions, including Asperger syndrome.

We are a group of parents and carers who all have children of various ages with autistic spectrum disorder, some of our children also have other conditions such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD.

SEND Family Partnership (formerly Parent Partnership) is for parents and carers of children and young people aged 0 to 25, with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We offer Information, Advice and Support about Education, Health and Social Care issues.

Formerly known as "Stoke on Trent City Parent Partnership Service" we provide free, accurate, impartial, confidential, information, advice and support relating to special educational needs (SEN), disability and related health and social care issues.

A friendly, long-established group. Holds weekly Wednesday morning meetings and a monthly Monday evening meeting with speakers. The Group offers sympathetic and moral support, as well as information from its knowledgeable and well-informed parents. The Group has one fund-raising event a year.

Parent led support group, providing advice, understanding and care for parents and carers of children/adults on the Autistic Spectrum; including ADHD/ADD/Learning Difficulties/Epilepsy.

Telford and Wrekin Information, Advice and Support Service (IASS) formerly known as Parent Partnership Service (PPS), provides free, confidential and impartial information, advice and support around Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including health and social care. Support is offered from initial concerns about a possible SEN and disability, through to complex information and advice.

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families

Specific support offered to parents/carers includes: Free training workshops; An informal autism support group every month providing the opportunity for parents to share similar experiences; and Attendance at Annual Reviews.

Vibes is a children’s and young people’s service developed to meet the emotional and mental health needs of young people between the ages of 7-19 years.

Befriending Service for adults with autism in Walsall. Befrienders are volunteers who give their time to support people with autism. They will spend time doing activities that the befriendee will enjoy. This could be as simple as drinking coffee in a coffee shop, shopping, going swimming, attending cultural events or taking part in hobbies or activities relating to a special interest.

Walsall Carers Centre, offers help and guidance to all carers. If you need help, advice or information about: Caring at home; Respite care; Caring for yourself; Having a break; Money matters and benefits; Legal matters; Adaptions and aids in the home; Housing and residential care; Holidays; Coping with bereavement; Or if you just need someone to talk to, then the Centre can help.

Walsall information advice and support service on issues related to SEN and disability for parents and carers, children, and young people.

This is a new local support group in Malvern, started in September 2013 by Kimberley Philpotts, a nurse practitioner and mother. The group is for local parents, friends, grandparents with children who have autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, Down syndrome, special needs, learning difficulties, cerebral palsy, GDD or any other neuro-developmental needs.

The group is based in Wombourne, South Staffordshire, and has a growing membership of parents/carers of children and adults with a wide variety of special needs such as autism, Down syndrome, cerebal palsy, and learning delay, in the South Staffs, Dudley and Wolverhampton area.

We are a statutory and confidential service working with parents, carers, children and young people. We offer free and impartial information, advice and support on matters relating to a child or young person’s special educational needs or disability from birth to 25 years.

The Worcestershire Association of Carers helps carers by providing information, support, and social activities for carers. The Information Helpline provides information on benefits. on local and national organisations and services and on Worcestershire carer support groups.

Parent carer forums are a group of parents and carers of disabled children who work with local authorities, education settings, health providers and other providers to make sure the services they plan and deliver meet the needs of disabled children and families