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.