The Plymouth Local Offer

The Plymouth Online Directory provides information for everyone in the community. The directory includes services and support that help people access local public services such as transport, leisure centres, schools, and libraries. There is also a specific section for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) services and support in Plymouth. Other Local Authorities have their own Local Offer—simply search for "Local Offer" followed by your authority's name.

www.plymouthonlinedirectory.com

PIAS (Plymouth Information Advice and Support for SEND)

PIAS offers information, advice, signposting, and support for families with children with SEND.

www.plymouthias.org.uk

Friends and Families of Special Children

This organisation provides activities and support for families with children and young people with additional needs, as well as their siblings.

www.friendsandfamilies.org.uk

Plymouth Parent Carer Voice

The Plymouth Parent Carer Voice (PPCV) brings together parents and carers of children and young people with SEND in Plymouth.

www.plymouthpcv.co.uk

National Autistic Society Plymouth

Plymouth Autism Parents’ Support Group holds monthly meetings.

Is your child on the autism spectrum? Why not come and join our free support group?

Share your experiences—whether they’re about sleep, school, behaviour, or eating—and find out how other parents are managing.

For times, dates, and more information, please contact Ellie Scott at: NASplymouthadultaspergersbranch@nas.org.uk

Cornwall Parent Carer Council

The Cornwall Parent Carer Council brings together parents and carers of children and young people with SEND in Cornwall.

www.supportincornwall.org.uk

Devon Information Advice and Support (DIAS)

DIAS offers a dedicated team that provides legally-based and easily accessible information and advice about SEND. They support parents, carers, children, and young people with SEND, offering impartial and confidential services.

www.devonias.org.uk

Additional Resources

• Advice Plymouth
• Contact a Family
• Scope
• Cerebra
• Family Fund
• Sense
• CHICKS
• Sibs
• The Challenging Behaviour Foundation
• Carers UK
• Down’s Syndrome Association
• PECS
• Makaton
• The National Autistic Society
• Carers Trust
• Preparing for Adulthood

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