Support in West Sussex

ASPENS

ASPENS help children, young people and adults with a range of disabilities and those on the autism spectrum through the provision of highly personalised support. Please note that there is a charge for some of their services. www.aspens.org.uk

Carers Support West Sussex

Offers support and information to all carers in West Sussex, aiming to help put carers in touch with local support and services.
Tel: 0300 028 8888
Website: www.westsussexcarers.org.uk

Reaching Families 

Reaching Families is a parent-carer led charity which aims to support parents and families of young people with special educational needs and disabilities in their daily lives. They offer various online resources, training courses, and a befriending service for parents of children undergoing diagnosis. They also offer Parent Support Groups across West Sussex, and an online Facebook support group.  www.reachingfamilies.org.uk

Tel: 01903 366360 
Email: admin@reachingfamilies.org.uk

SEND IAS (Formerly Parent Partnership)

A Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service. They provide confidential and impartial information, advice and support on issues related to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and Education Health Care Plans. https://westsussex.local-offer.org/ 

Email: send.ias@westsussex.gov.uk
Tel: 0330 222 8555

Sussex CAMHS NDP Resource Pack

Click here to download more support and help opportunities.

West Sussex County Council – Local Offer (0-25 years)

To find local services specialising in educational needs, ASD and education https://westsussex.local-offer.org/ 

West Sussex Mind 

Mind are an independent local mental health charity working in West Sussex. They offer mental health services, along with associated training and support. They work in communities to raise awareness and challenge stigma and discrimination. Their services support young people, adults, older adults, carers and families affected by mental health problems. www.westsussexmind.org

Email: info@westsussexmind.org 
Help Point: 0300 028 8888 
Email Help Point: helppoint@westsussexmind.org    

West Sussex Parent Carer Forum (0-25 years) 

An independent charity run by parent volunteers who provide advice and support to parents/carers through training, conferences and roadshows to empower parents/carers when working with practitioners. They also provide holistic information and signpost to relevant services including health, education, social care and voluntary organisations.

Tel: 01903 726188
Email: office@wspcf.org.uk 
Website: www.wspcf.org.uk