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ADHD and Asperger Support Group
A parent support group held in Bridport with advice, talks and a lending library held mostly at the Children’s Centre every other Wed 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
For more info contact: www.bridportsupport.com
Louise: 07719 936931
Tash: 01308 459024 or 07969 608268
Mary: 07980 894878
ASDFriendly.org
A parent led support group giving advice on schools, behaviour, violence, Child and Mental Health Services, diet, illness and countless other things. Includes professional input on law and services available to families affected by ASD’s.
www.asdfriendly.org
Dorset ADHD Group
A telephone helpline at present along with lots of information about support for parents of an ADHD child/young person.
For info call: 01305 768297 or website: www.adhddorset.btik.com
NAS Parent to Parent Service
Run by the National Autistic Society this free phone call from a landline has an answering machine where you leave a message and they will contact you back at a time to suit you including weekends or evenings to talk through any issues, problems or feelings you may be experiencing.
Tel: 0800 9 520 520
Barnardos Helpline
A chance to talk over any family issues whatsoever, although not necessarily ASD trained they may be able to put you in touch with support from Social Services or give advice on dealing with the stressors of everyday life.
Jane Sneesby: 01305 250161 or 07768644837 (Bridport Area)
Helen Pegram: 07500109215 (Dorchester Area)
Dorset Parent Support Adviser Service: 01305 250161
www.barnardos.org.uk/dorsetpsa
New Parent Support Advisors
Kelly Houghton 07500093818
Tilia Lenz 07766440189
The Swifts
Dorset County Hospital: Tackling behaviours that challenge.
This service is for children and young people up to the age of 19. Your child will require a referral by either, a doctor, social worker or teacher. (Please be aware that there is currently a 1 year waiting list but once on the list you can receive parent/carer training).
For information contact: 01305 757336
Dorset Advocacy
A group of volunteers who support people with learning disabilities. They may help people try out new interests and opportunities or attend meetings and conferences.
For more information contact: 01305 251033
www.dorsetadvocacy.co.uk
Citizens Advice Bureau
Free independent, confidential and impartial advice.
For further information contact: 02078332181
Childminding
Via Dorset County Council, these are highly experienced, professional childminders. Charges vary.
For further information contact: 01305 221066
Email: familyinfo@dorsetcc.gov.uk
The Continence Advisory Service
An open referral service or via GP’s, social services and consultants. Clinics held in Blandford, Bridport, Dorchester, Gillingham, Sherborne and Weymouth.
For more information contact: 01305 259978
ERIC (Education and Resources for Improving childhood Continence)
Supports children and their families with bed wetting, day time wetting and soiling.
For further information contact: 08453708008 or www.eric.org.uk
The Incredible Years Parenting Programme
A programme deigned to equip parents and carers with strategies to help deal with challenging and negative behaviour. Contact: 01305 751234
Every Care
Help and support for all the family including activities outside the home and family trips. Child care costs begin at around £17 per hour but these can be offset from direct payments through social services. For more info contact: 01305 257777 or email: childrenservices@everycare-wessex.co.uk
www.everycarewessex.co.uk
Parent Partnership Service
Support to parents regarding their child’s education. Particularly disability discrimination and exclusion advice.
More info contact: Julie Daulby 01305 250766 or email j.daulby@dorsetcc.gov.uk
The Advisory Centre For Education
A charity that operates advice services on all things educational.
For more info contact: 08088000327 or ACE advice line 08088005793. www.ace-ed.org.uk
Dorset Parent – Carer Council
Lots of pointers and info for children and young people with disabilities.
Email: dpcc@talktalk.net or 07827793244
Educational Psychologist
According to a recent leaflet, Ed Psychs are happy to be contacted on: 01305 851300
Special Educational Needs (A guide for parents and carers)
A free booklet produced by the department for children, schools and families publications. Order copies online at: www.teachernet.gov.uk/publications
Use the following ref: DCSF-00639-2008BKT-EN or phone: 0845 6022260
Mencap
Support for people with a learning disability including personal support, short breaks, education services, leisure and sport. Helpline is free.
Call: 08088081111 or email: help@mencap.org.uk
Xchange
Created by Dorset County Council, this is an interactive news and information network for children who are disabled and their families. Join this service and be kept up to date with events services and activities. You will also automatically receive a ‘max’ card giving free or discounted entry to a growing number of leisure facilities and attractions across the county. Also, you will be able to join the ‘Dorset Carers In Crisis’ scheme with a 24 hour a day helpline.
Contact: 01305 224523 or email: theXchange@dorsetcc.gov.uk
The YMCA Befriending Scheme
Made up of trained volunteers between 16 and 25 who can befriend a young disabled person.
For info call: 01489 785228 or email: info@ymca-fg.org
Website: www.ymca-fg.org/dorset-volunteers-befriending-scheme
The Dorset Youth Service
Currently have clubs running in Blandford, Dorchester and Weymouth. Aimed at young people with disabilities aged between 11 and 25. Further info contact:
Blandford, Michelle Corbin, 01258 451396 or email michelle123@tiscali.co.uk
Dorchester, Sandy Cave, 01305 860354 or email sandyncave@yahoo.co.uk
Weymouth, Tom Lane, 01305 771861 or email t.s.lane@dorsetcc.gov.uk
‘Fernheath Play Association’
3 hour short break play sessions for school aged children with disabilities. Weekends after school and holiday periods. Free sessions but membership is required.
For more info: 01202 581008.
Remix
An inclusive youth performance company welcoming those with learning difficulties. Ages from 13 – 17. Meets one Sunday each month from 10 – 3 at Victoria Education Centre and Poole High School. For more info contact: Alice Chutter, 01305 261953 or
Email: alicechutter@activateperformingarts.org.uk
Rylands Farm
Hands on learning opportunities about animals, the countryside, nature and the environment. Lots of activities, visits 2 – 4 hours.
More info contact: 01963 210703 or email: info@futureroots.net
Riding For The Disabled Association
Sessions are held at Osmington stables. For more info contact: 08454506957.
Cowden Care Farm
Hands on experience for adults with additional needs. Including equestrian, crafts, woodwork, horticulture, farm maintenance and fishing. Based in Charminster, Dorchester. Payments can be made via personal budget, self funded, supported by DCC or via the direct payment scheme. For more info contact: Anna Hall, email: anna.m.hall@talk21.com or www.anacarefarm.co.uk | 
