Local support and groups for parents or carers of children with SEND

Many parents or carers caring for a child or young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) juggle many things and deal with complex issues. Getting appropriate support and information for your child becomes your priority. Your own wants and needs may get lost and forgotten about, as individuals, couples, and families.

On this page you will find information about local services and support groups. They can support you in your role as a parent or carer.

The Buzz Network – short breaks for families with disabled children SHOW


Unpaid Carers Support Southampton SHOW


Southampton Parent Carer Forum SHOW


Contact – Listening Ear SHOW


Contact – information and advice SHOW


NHS – Steps to Wellbeing SHOW


Re:Minds SHOW


No Limits SHOW


Southampton Autism Support Service (SASS) SHOW


Southampton Neurodiversity Connections Hub SHOW


Southampton SENDIASS SHOW


Do you struggle with acronyms/abbreviations? – Jargon Buster by Southampton SENDIASS SHOW


BRAAIN UK SHOW


Positive Path Foundation SHOW


Family hubs SHOW


Young Carers SHOW


The Disabled Person’s Parking Badge Scheme (Blue Badge) SHOW


Department for Education SHOW


National Deaf Children's Society – Community Connector for Hampshire SHOW


Parent-carer needs assessment SHOW


Our Carer Aware e-learning course may also be of interest to you.

Also, keep an eye out on the SEND Local Offer Facebook page for events/coffee mornings and information that may be useful to you and your family.

For families with disabled children Contact offer a free helpful guide for families with children, young people and adults with disabilities. This consists of a 92-page booklet that puts all essential information in one place for carers — no matter where they are in their journey. Order a copy of the guide.