Resources
You can find a range of Resources, Factsheets, Videos and useful links to other services and charities in this section.
Local Links
Autism Berkshire
http://www.autismberkshire.org.uk/
deliver specialist services, training and social and leisure activities throughout the county.
The Autism Group
Maidenhead based charity offering social opportunities for young people on the spectrum from age 9 - 25, and are typically of mainstream ability, but need support to succeed in social situations.
CAMHS - Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services
ASD, ADHD, anxiety and depression, eating disorders, psychosis
Children and Young People Families Service (NHS Berkshire) Including therapies
https://cypf.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/
Includes: - Mental Health Services (CAMHS) - Therapy Services (CYPIT) - Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Nutrition and Dietetics - Public Health Nursing (health visiting, school nursing, immunisation)
- Specialist Children’s Services – community paediatricians, respite care, children’s community nursing.
Sesnoru Processing - https://cypf.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/support-and-advice/sensory-processing/
Children and Young People’s Disability Service (CYPDS)
CYPDS works with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 0-25 years, and their families to provide assessments and support for Education, Health and Care Plans within RBWM.
Family hub
Family Hub Service includes family coaches, Family Hub workers, youth workers, parenting workers, substance misuse workers and a youth engagement officer. Each worker has a case-load consisting of families or young people that they work with on a 1 to 1 basis or within groups. For families that are unable to access support within the Family Hub centres, Family Hub workers can arrange to visit you at home or talk to you over the telephone.
Family Action - young carers
https://family-action.org.uk/services/windsor-and-maidenhead-young-carers-service/
Supporting young carers in Windsor and Maidenhead to thrive and achieve their full potential as they continue to care for a family member.
GEMS
GEMS is for children, young people and adults who are diagnosed with or who are on the pathway to diagnosis for Autism and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The service also supports parents and carers. Whatever stage of your Autism/ADHD journey you are at pre- or post- diagnosis – GEMS offers a single point of contact where you can access information, advice and support.
Global Mediation
https://www.globalmediation.co.uk/service/special-educational-needs-disability/
02084411355
Legal service available to families going through the EHCP process.
Homestart - East Berkshire
Home-Start Berkshire East | Because childhood can't wait
Home-Start Berkshire East aims to raise the bar in family support services, both in Slough and across Windsor and Maidenhead empowering us to offer an even higher level of assistance to families in need.
Kooth
An online counselling, advice and support service for young people aged 10-25. Kooth is an anonymous service, which also offers peer support in the form of forums, articles and mini activities. Commissioned by the NHS, it is free and safe to use. Self-referral by signing up to the site.
No. 22 – counselling service
Free, confidential counselling service for adults and young people in RBWM and Slough.
Parenting Special Children
https://parentingspecialchildren.co.uk/
Lived experience and professional knowledge to offer specialist information, expert advice and a compassionate listening ear.
SEND Voices Parents and Carers in partnership for Windsor and Maidenhead
RBWM Single Point of Access (Early Help and Safeguarding) - formerly known as MASH https://www.wamlscb.org/professionals/mash-early-help/
Do you or your family need help or support or are you worried about a member of your family
01628 685976,
E: ehhub@achievingforchildren.org.uk
01628 683150, option 5
01344 786543 (out of office – Emergency Duty Team)
E: mash@schievingforchildren.org.uk
RBWM Local Offer
https://rbwm.afcinfo.org.uk/local_offer
Provides information on local services and support available for families including children and young people aged 0 - 25 years with special educational needs or disabilities.
Shine
The Shine Team is a service which supports children and young people in mainstream educational settings who have a diagnosis of Autism.
National Links
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ADHD Foundation
https://www.adhdfoundation.org.uk/
The ADHD Foundation is the UK’s leading neurodiversity charity, offering a strength-based, lifespan service for the 1 in 5 of us who live with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, DCD, Dyscalculia, OCD, Tourette’s Syndrome and more
Affinity Trust
https://www.affinitytrust.org/
support almost 1,000 people with learning disabilities across England and Scotland, enabling them to live as independently as possible
Carers Trust
https://carers.org/what-we-do/introduction
We work tirelessly to raise awareness of unpaid carers in the UK.
Child Law Advice
https://childlawadvice.org.uk/
Legal advice and information on child, family and education law for parents, carers and young people in England from Coram Children’s Legal Centre
Cerebra
national charity dedicated to helping children with brain conditions and their families discover a better life together.
Contact
https://contact.org.uk/advice-and-support/our-helpline/
Contact provide direct advice and support services to parent carers. They host a free national helpline which is open Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 5.00pm: 0808 808 3555
SEND Code of Practice
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/send-code-of-practice-0-to-25
Guidance on the special educational needs and disability (SEND) system for children and young people aged 0 to 25, from 1 September 2014.
Council for Disabled Children
https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/
Umbrella body for the disabled children's sector bringing together professionals, practitioners and policy-makers.
Disabled Children’s Partnership
https://disabledchildrenspartnership.org.uk/
Coalition of more than 70 charities who have joined forces to campaign for improved health and social care for disabled children, young people and their families.
Down’s Syndrome Association
https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/
Here you will find answers to questions that we are often asked about Down’s syndrome. This information will help you to separate the facts from some common misconceptions. Offers a helpline manned by specialist advisors.
Equality Act
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/equality-act-2010-guidance
Information and guidance on the Equality Act 2010, including age discrimination and public sector Equality Duty.
Family Fund
Family Fund is the UK's largest charity providing grants for disabled children and their families. Last year they provided financial support to over 70,000 families.
Independent Parent Special Education Advice (IPSEA)
PSEA offers free and independent legally based information, advice and support to help parents get the right education for children and young people with all kinds of special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities. They host an information service, advice line and tribunal helpline as well as training for parents, schools and local authorities.
Kids
We ensure disabled children from birth to 25 have the opportunity to learn, play, build friendships, gain confidence and improve their well-being and we provide vital time, emotional and practical support to parents and siblings.
Mencap
https://www.mencap.org.uk/homepage
Mencap is the leading voice of learning disability. Everything we do is about valuing and supporting people with a learning disability, and their families and carers.
National Autistic Society
Giving advice and guidance, help and support for autistic people and thier families.
National Children's Bureau
NCB provides a vital system of education, health and social care services to strengthen families and help our children overcome the many challenges that can hold them back.
National Deaf Children’s Society
The leading charity for deaf children
Royal society for Blind Children
We provide a range of services in London and across England and Wales for blind and partially sighted children and young people, their families, and the professionals who work alongside them.
Scope
The disability equality charity in England & Wales, offering practical information and emotional support.
Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential
Sibs
For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults
Special Needs Jungle
https://www.specialneedsjungle.com/
Parent led information and resources about children 0-25
The children’s Trust
https://www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/
For families, teachers and anyone who’s like to know more about acquired brain injury in children.
Together for Short Lives
https://www.togetherforshortlives.org.uk/
We’re a lifeline for families who care for seriously ill children. We want to make sure our helpline and support services are always there for families, especially at this frightening and lonely time.
Variety
provide practical, tangible help that makes an immediate difference to children, young people, parents, siblings and teachers.
WellChild
National Charity for Sick Children.
Young Minds
We’re leading the fight for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.
