Resources

Network 81 is a charity that supports, advises and trains parents and carers about the education of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

An independent, impartial and confidential service which offers information and support for parents of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) as well as SEND mediation services. This service is free. Located at Carers Support Centre at 24 George Street, Croydon, CR0 1PB. Mon-Fri 10am-5 pm. Parents/carers and young people can self-refer themselves to access this service.

Workshops, information sheets on website. Drop-in free monthly surgeries for parents/carers – during school term times – 1st Monday of each month during school term times, 10.15 am – 12.15 pm at The Salvation Army, 66 High Street, Thornton Heath, CR7 8LF

DITTAS offers consultancy for parents and a range of services for businesses to make them Dyslexia / SpLD friendly and courses for professionals and parents.

The BDA's New Technologies Committee, providing information on dyslexia and ICT.

Promotes opportunities for young people and adults with any kind of disability in post-16 education, training and employment across the UK.

Drop in centre based at 24 George Street, Croydon, CR0 1PB, offering advice, information and support to those caring for someone who needs help due to illness, disability or old age.