SEND

Useful Information for Parents

SEND Coffee mornings

Session 1: 7th February (8-45 – 9.45am)

Session 2: 28th March (8-45 – 9.45am)

Parent recommendations of charities who offer support to families living with SEND

Grove Cottage is the home of Mencap in Bishop’s Stortford. They are a provider of social and educational activities for people of all ages and learning disabilities.

Families in Focus are a leading independent parent led registered charity providing holistic support to families of children with disabilities and special needs (aged 0 to 25) across Essex, who require advice, information and support particularly at times of change, challenge and crisis.

SNAP: If you have a child between 0-25 years old who has any additional need or disability and you live under Essex County Council, Thurrock or Southend local authorities, they are here for you and your family.

SPACE: An award winning Hertfordshire based charity supporting families of children and young people who are on the Autistic Spectrum (ASD), have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or other neurodiverse conditions.

HAND: Hertfordshire Additional Needs Database is what we call our voluntary disabled children and young people aged 0-25. By joining the register you can get discounts at places around the county (and beyond).