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We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose.
Our work includes:
Young Epilepsy is a national charity that supports the 112,000 children and young people under 25 with epilepsy in the UK.
There is a huge demand for information and support for parents and professionals and a need to improve access to, and quality of, health and education services.
We have a range of services including our helpline, health information resources, training courses for professionals in health, social care and education and the promotion of good practice in schools.
Our Access and Inclusion Service can help with essential information and guidance on a range of statutory areas including:
Providing services for people living with hearing loss and their families and carers.
Hearing Link works with and on behalf of adults living with hearing loss, and their relatives, friends and colleagues. Our focus is on the social and psychological needs of people affected by hearing loss, rather than the medical, audiological or technical aspects of hearing impairment.
We offer direct and indirect speech and language therapy input for young people in further education, who have speech and language therapy agreed in their educational health care plan (EHCP).
This may include students who have autism, learning difficulties or hearing impairment as well as a wide range of speech, language and communication difficulties.
AFK helps disabled children and young people to live independent and fulfilling lives.
GriffinOT helps children to achieve their full potential by equipping the adults around them with the tools they need to help. This includes supporting educators, parents, and other professionals.
Supporting your Independence
We provide a range of information, advice and support services relating to all aspects of disability. Our quality advice and support is free*, confidential and impartial. We also work to support carers and those working within the health and social care system.
Click here to find out more: Independent Living – Disability North
*There is a charge for some of our Direct Payment/payroll Support Services
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Living Made Easy is brought to you by the DLF, the charity previously known as the Disabled Living Foundation. Since 1969 the DLF has been providing free impartial advice and information on solutions, gadgets, adaptations and aids to make life easier. We are continuing our mission to maximise your lifestyle, adding life to years through practical advice.
We are a passionate and caring Deaf-led team working towards a future where there are no barriers to good health and wellbeing for Deaf people. We partner with the NHS and service providers across the country. We are one of the UK’s largest employers of Deaf people, and most hearing staff in our projects and services are fluent sign language users. We have a page about the support we can give to young people. Check it out here: Are you a deaf young person? - SignHealth
info@signhealth.org.uk, da@signhealth.org.uk
Text or WhatsApp/Facetime 07970 350 366 or text 88802 with the message 121SIGN, 020 3947 2601
Disabled Children’s RegisterBy law we are required to keep a Disabled Children’s Register. We use it to help us improve services now and in the future. By being on the register you will be kept informed of what services are available and how you can get involved if you want to. Joining the register is voluntary but if you register your child we will:
disabled.childrens.register@newcastle.gov.uk
Chapel Mediation and Consultancy Services provides specialist services to Local Authorities, Academy Schools, Maintained Schools, Services and Charities. I have 23 years experience working in the area of Special Educational Needs working with families, schools and Local Authorities to ensure children and young people have the support they need in order to progress. I have also undertaken the NEPPS Education Law Programme.
suehall113@gmail.com
07792227526
What we doWe produce evidence-based short films and factsheets to help teachers, parents, carers and others working with children to help recognise any potential mental health issues in Primary School aged children. These are freely available on our website Nip in the Bud.
hello@nipinthebud.org
New online mental health service launches in Newcastle and Gateshead
0330 174 3174
Youth Link Newcastle is for young people living with a disability or additional needs. It matches young people to a peer mentor. They can help with working towards a goal and overcoming challenges. The service is available to young people living in a Newcastle Postcode, aged from 11 to 18. Some examples of how a peer mentor could help you include:
sen.referrals@children-ne.org.uk
0191 256 2444
For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle.
Supporting your autistic child workshop These sessions will cover:
We have the following dates available:
rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk
0191 410 9974
For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle. Supporting your autistic child workshop These sessions will cover:
These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked.
rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk
0191 410 9974
For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle.
Supporting your autistic child workshop These sessions will cover:
These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked.
kerrie.highcock@ne-as.org.uk, rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk
0191 410 9974
The CAN project helps 16-25 year olds from Newcastle and Gateshead who may require support to transition into adulthood or make steps towards improving their confidence and reducing isolation. CAN aim to support young adults to overcome any barriers affecting them to move forward in their lives. A mentor programme with a difference, it connects them with someone who can provide assistance tailored to their needs and ambitions. In the past, the programme has helped young people to:
communities-cowgate@children-ne.org.uk
0191 256 2444
Information booklets for carers who play a critical role in this journey through the care and support they offer to loved ones who also might need support at times.
0191 246 6800
Disability North is a registered charity (no. 514733) promoting inclusion, independence and choice for disabled people and their families by providing information, advice and support on any aspect of disability. Services are also provided for students or professionals working in the statutory, voluntary and the public sector.
reception@disabilitynorth.org.uk
0191 2840480
Newcastle Parent Carer Forum (PCF) are a group of volunteer parents and carers who work in partnership with Newcastle Local Authority, Health, Education and Social Care providers to make sure that the services they deliver meet the needs of children, young people and their families. We aim to act as “the voice” of Newcastle’s parents and carers of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
contact@newcastlepcf.co.uk
Does your child have a special educational need or disability? Come to our support group. It’s a friendly place for parents and carers to chat and get advice.
This group meets on the first Monday of every month. No need to book - just turn up.
nesscb@actionforchildren.org.uk
0191 211 5773
Join our friendship mentoring programme and get access to the following support:
To find out more call 0191 231 4327 or email info@friendsaction.co.uk
info@friendsaction.co.uk
0191 231 4327
A course to help parents/carers manage the behaviour of people with learning disabilities and/or autism. It will help you understand their behaviour and ways to support them. Find out more about Positive Behaviour Support here: Positive Behavioural Support For more information about this course, call 0191 281 8737 or email information@skillsforpeople.org.uk.
information@skillsforpeople.org.uk
0191 281 8737
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