If families and relationships are strengthened, children who were previously on the edge of being placed in care are able to stay at home. We work with each member of the family with all children in the household receive care and attention, and where necessary…
Young people will be able to take part in peer support sessions, share experiences and find volunteering, work experience and employment opportunities. There will also be opportunities for them to work together and campaign for change. Please select the website link below for more information.…
What we do... Blessing in Disguise children’s charity actively raises funds through events and through the kind generosity of its donors, support from the community and local and national businesses. This enables us to provide a range of essential and special needs equipment, planned activities…
Carers Trust is a major charity for, with and about carers. We work to improve support, services and recognition for anyone living with the challenges of caring, unpaid, for a family member or friend who is ill, frail, disabled or has mental health or addiction…
We are Contact, the charity for families with disabled children. We support families with the best possible guidance and information. We bring families together to support each other. And we help families to campaign, volunteer and fundraise to improve life for themselves and others. To…
About We are the umbrella body for the disabled children's sector bringing together professionals, practitioners and policy-makers. Our Work We work collaboratively, from policy into practice, to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people. Resources and Help Check out our resource hub for the…
Embrace Wigan and Leigh is a user-led charity dedicated to helping people with any type of disability and their families who live within the borough of Wigan, gain the support they need to live a fulfilling life. Embrace offers information, advice, support, training and advocacy…
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Family Fund supports families living across the UK who are raising a disabled or seriously ill child or young person up to the age of 17. Our support is focused on those on low incomes with a child/children who have a high level of additional…
The Greater Manchester Autism Consortium project is funded by the 10 councils of Greater Manchester and the 10 Clinical Commissioning Groups (local NHS organisations). Our work includes: Delivery of the Greater Manchester Autism Strategy Providing information and advice to autistic people, families, carers and professionals in…
If your child (0-19 years) is diagnosed with hearing loss and/or visual impairment, the Specialist Sensory Education Team (SSET) can help by providing support at home or in nurseries and schools. Please go to the website provided for more information