Bury2Gether
Bury2Gether is a forum for parents/carers of children and young people with SEND who access services in Bury. Bury2Gether works with education, social care, health and other services to ensure that parent/carer voices are represented when designing services for children and young people and their families in Bury.
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Bury Special Educational Needs and Disability Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
Bury SENDIASS support parents/carers to ensure they get impartial, independent advice on matters relating to education, health and social care.
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SEND Local Offer in Bury
The local offer details the support available to those living in Bury. It is a way to find out what is happening near you (support groups, activities, clubs) as well as the additional support available to families.
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Family Information Service (FIS)
Are a free service providing information for parents, carers, children and young people and those working with families in Bury.
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Family Fund
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. Support is focused on those on low incomes and families can apply for a range of things such as kitchen appliances, clothing, bedding, games, books and music, laptops and tablets, family breaks and sensory toys.
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Early Help
Early Help means identifying needs within families early and providing support and intervention at an early stage. Early Help support can be provided at any time in a child’s/ young person's life. The Early Help team works closely with other services so that the right support can be accessed at the right time.
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Early Break
Early Break is a service available across different areas of Greater Manchester. The service is designed to meet the needs of children and young people and families with regard to drug and alcohol use and mental health. They offer a range of services, including advocacy support for children and young people and support for families.
In Bury, Early Break also offers a confidential helpline for residents of all ages who are experiencing difficulties with their mental wellbeing. They offer support by giving advice, guidance and signposting to appropriate services. You can call them on 0161 464 3679.
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Council for Disabled Children
The Council for Disabled Children is an umbrella organisation for the disabled children's sector. They work to influence policy and practice and to amplify the voices of parents/carers and children and young people with SEND.
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Scope
Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales that provide practical information and emotional support, including a telephone helpline and a free six-week telephone course for parents/carers which can be tailored to individual needs (emotional or practical support).
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Cerebra
Cerebra is a national charity helping children with brain conditions and their families. Their website includes a range of information and guidance, from applying for funding, to sleep, toileting and emotional support.
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Independent Provider of Special Education Advice (IPSEA)
IPSEA provides free and independent legally based information, advice and support to parents/carers.
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SEND Code of Practice
Guidance on the special educational needs and disability (SEND) system for children and young people aged 0 to 25, from 1 September 2014.
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SEND support: easy-read guide for parents
Guide for parents with learning disabilities, explaining changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system.
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