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A Friendship Booklet created by Inclusion North
The information in this booklet offers ideas about how you can develop friendships. It also suggests what support you could get if you need help with this.
Click on the website link below for the booklet
ASLI is the Association of Sign Language Interpreters in the United Kingdom. Established in 1987,
Newcastle Disability Forum (NDF) works as a voice for disabled people in Newcastle and is represented on various health groups.
NDF is one of the principal disability organisations in Newcastle, recognised by local and health authorities for advice and guidance on physical and sensory impairment and learning disability issues.
NDF has over 130 disabled members and hold regular monthly meetings. Guests are invited to these meetings to give out information and to answer questions from disabled people.
Today, 10 children and young people in the UK will hear the shocking news that they have cancer.
Treatment normally starts immediately, is often given many miles from home and can last for up to three years. Being diagnosed with cancer is a frightening experience and the emotional, practical and financial implications of treatment are intensely challenging for the whole family.
We aim to raise awareness and make sure D/deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people have access to information and services in the same way as hearing people. We provide information and signposting for deaf-related services.
Deaflink has developed as an organisation with the principles of inclusion and empowerment, trying to bring people and agencies in partnership to understand better the needs and issues of D/deaf, Deafblind and Hard of Hearing people.
For brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults
Sibs is a UK charity for siblings who may be finding it hard to cope with a brother or sister who is disabled, has special educational needs or a serious long term condition.
It is the only UK charity representing the needs of over half a million young siblings and over one and a half million adult siblings.
Sibs can give information and advice both over the phone and online. Sibs also runs YoungSibs, an online only support service for siblings in the UK aged 7 to 17.
Online support for Parents / Carers and Parents to be to;
- Understanding your pregnancy, birth and labour
- Understanding your baby
- Understanding Your Child
Go to www.inourplace.co.uk
If you have trouble accessing the website please contact solihull.approach-parenting@heartofenglandnhs.uk 0121 296 4448 Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
Down-to-earth parenting advice you can trust for parents and carers of children 0-19years (or up to 25years with SEND/ALN)
We’re here for you, when you need us. Find answers to parenting questions in our advice articles. Or talk to a parenting coach about anything that’s worrying you. It’s all free, and no topic is too big, small, or embarrassing
Razzamataz classes cover everything from traditional West End musical theatre through to street dance, pop singing and acting for camera. Students gain valuable insights into the industry with regular special guest workshops led by experienced professionals from stage and screen.
Retina UK is the national charity for families living with inherited retinal dystrophies. We fund research and provide information and support to those affected by inherited sight loss and the professionals who support them.
We support anyone with the following visual impairments: Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Rod Cone dystrophy, Cone Rod dystrophy, Choroideremia, Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS), Usher syndrome, Stargardt disease.
PANS (paediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric syndrome) and PANDAS (paediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric syndrome associated with strep) are devastating neuropsychiatric conditions that are currently poorly recognised, diagnosed and supported both medically and in schools.
We are an independent and charitable organisation which exists to meet the needs and promote the interests of asylum seekers and refugees who have arrived or have settled in the North of England.
We support families from Newcastle upon Tyne who have children with additional needs. Parents from surrounding areas are welcome to join our FB group, but some of the information may be for Newcastle carers only.
We are parent/carers ourselves and enjoy sharing information to help you and your family. We can help you with grant application forms, refer you to other organisations such as Welfare Rights who will help you with DLA forms or to Get Connected to help your child into inclusive suitable activities.
Treloar School and College offers physically disabled children and young people a specialist environment where education and learning take place alongside therapy and care. Treloar’s offers day and residential placements, aged 2 to 25 years. Each student is supported by a multi-disciplinary team of professionals on-site.
Whether you need to hire a wheelchair in Newcastle, rent a disability hoist in Blackpool or hire a mobility scooter in London, you're at the right place - Strive Mobility
Special iApps is a social enterprise developing educational apps for children with special educational needs, including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, hearing impairment and other learning disabilities.
All our apps have a simple, uncluttered design, and can be configured and personalised to suit any child. They’re ideal to teach children at school, during speech therapy sessions, to support learning at home, or develop essential skills in daily life.
Children Today helps provide specialised equipment for children and young people with disabilities throughout the UK. The aim is to ensure that every disabled child and young person fulfils their potential and leads an active childhood.
We believe the provision of specialised equipment has a direct and immediate impact on a child’s quality of life and independence, and is vital in helping them to overcome obstacles and achieve their potential. Equipment can include wheelchairs, walking frames, tricycles and other mobility aids along with multi-sensory equipment.
We are a Community Interest Company (non profit organisation), providing a range of services in the North East around Deaf and Hearing Impairment. We consult Forum Members for advice and guidance on different projects and issues.
Deaf and hearing working together in Tyne and Wear, breaking down the barriers that Deaf or hearing impaired people face in our society. This includes training, British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation, Support and general advice and guidance.
The Access Fund is a grant to help disabled children and young people to participate in activities in their local community. This can be any daytime, evening or weekend activity that the child or young person enjoys whilst their parent/carer has a break from caring. The Access Fund seeks to support children and young people to take part in inclusive activities alongside their non- disabled peers.
Who are we?
We are a supported employment agency and are specialists in
- Self employment for people with ASD
- Training for neurotypicals by autistics.
- PIP and ESA claims, specifically tailored to autistics (local tribunal personal service and nationwide email service)
- Quality assurance – checking by autistics for NHS local authorities etc.
Where do we work?
We work across the north east
The Toby Henderson Trust (TTHT) is an independently funded charity supporting autistic children, their families and carers. After 15 years at Whitehouse Farm the trust has recently moved to Toby House, Earth Balance, Bedlington, Northumberland.
We are the one and only charity in the North East focused on life changing early intervention with autistic children (aged 2 to 7). Our service users tell us early intervention can transform the life of a child…
About Arthritis Action
Founded in 1942, Arthritis Action is the only UK charity giving hands-on, practical help to combat the pain of arthritis through self-management and lifestyle advice. We offer people with arthritis a holistic self-management approach, looking at both the physical and mental aspects of arthritis.
At Rapid Ramp, we specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of high-quality modular wheelchair ramps and steps. Our ready-stocked products allow for an infinite number of configurations, ensuring a perfect fit for every project. We cater primarily for commercial and public buildings – both temporary and permanent.
We protect and support children and young people. We do this by providing practical and emotional care and support. We make sure their voices are heard. And we campaign to bring lasting improvements to their lives.
We work with children and families to provide support in areas such as -
NIDAS offer a range of specialist emotional and practical support including: