Resources

There is help out there

Signposting

We have found the following organisations useful and reliable in providing resources, support and information around neurodiversity.

Autism Hampshire

Creating a better future for autistic people in Hampshire.

Information, advice & guidance service, training and consultancy, community groups.

https://autismhampshire.org.uk/

Elysian

Providing animal assisted therapy & learning.

Therapeutic education and unique supportive services for children, young people and families.

https://elysianuk.org/

Mind

Fighting for mental health. For support. For respect. For you.

Information and support for you and to support others with mental health challenges.

https://www.mind.org.uk/

Mustard Seed Autism Trust

Equip children, empower parents and educate society.

Occupational therapy, social communication, emotional wellbeing and family support.

https://mustardseedautism.co.uk/

The Zone

For families with autistic/ND or additional needs - Farnborough Based

Zone-In! and Zone-Out! events, facebook group and support.

https://www.the-zone.org.uk/

Education Otherwise

Education is Compulsory, School is not.

If you are choosing home education or thinking about it. Resources and advice for parents.

www.educationotherwise.org

National Autistic Society

Until everyone understands, creating a society that works.

Offers support and information for autistic individuals and their families, including advocacy and education resources.

www.autism.org.uk

YoungMinds

However you're feeling right now, things can get better. And we're here to help.

Children's mental health resources and support for parents and young people.

www.youngminds.org.uk

Contact

Support for families with disabled children.

A charity for families with disabled children, offering guidance on education, health, and social care.

www.contact.org.uk

IPSEA

Independent Provider of Special Education Advice

Provides free legal advice and support for families navigating the special education system.

www.ipsea.org.uk

SOS SEN

Securing the Rights to Educational Provision

Advice for parents seeking better access to education for SEND children.

www.sossen.org.uk

Kids (SENDIASS)

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service

Kids is here to help you give your child the best start in life.

www.kids.org.uk

Family Fund

Making Life Easier.

We provide grants and services that make life easier for families on a low income raising a disabled or seriously ill child.

www.familyfund.org.uk

Grove

Support for Autistic Young People

Peer groups, mentoring and group programmes for autistic young people.

https://www.gr0ve.org/

Accounts to Follow

Sometimes the best places to find help are people out there living it and these are some of the accounts we love! Don't forget to give us a follow too.

@howtoADHD

Tips, tricks & insights into the ADHD brain. A great place to start when trying to understand what ADHD might mean for you or your child.

@theautismhelper

Dedicated to empowering those who support autistic individuals by providing resources, tools, and methods to measure success.

@SpecialBooksbySpecialKids

Shares stories and interviews with neurodivergent individuals and their families. Interviews that are intended to create a more inclusive world.

@adhd_alien

Provides relatable comics and insights about living with ADHD.

@theautisticlife

Tales of an Autistic+ADHD human living in a neurotypical world.

@bighomeedpodcast

Hosted by two home educating parents focussed on helping you to feel empowered challenging 'normal' mindsets.

@purpleellaandpup

Autism & ADHD life coach. Autism & ADHD trainer. AuDHD human and assistance dog partner.

@vivdawesautistic

AUTISTIC/PDA/ADHD lived experience advocate, writer and trainer. Specialist in AuDHD Burnout.