Information & Resources
Signposting
There are organisation across Torbay which can support you with your SEND children and young people aged (0-25):
Support, guidance and information for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Supports families, children, young people and adults with learning disabilities.
Provides fun, accessible play opportunities for children and young people all year round including playground adventures, play days and special events.
Confidential, impartial and free information, advice and support for young people & parents/carers of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities aged 0-25.
Work together to promote the health, development and well-being of children, young people and families in the Torbay area.
Brings together professionals from a range of different services who will work with the whole family to help improve things for everyone.
The Family Hubs Torbay Directory provides information for families and people working with them in Torbay.
Provides social support and access to information and guidance for parents and carers of young people who have a recognised disability, additional need or are awaiting diagnosis.
Supports families, bring families together and help families take action for others.
Offers information, suport and advice for carers in the Torbay area.
Torbay's officially recognised Local Offer that is maintained by the Local Authority in order to meet statutory requirements.
To identify and make safe at the earliest opportunity all vulnerable people in our communities through the sharing of information and intelligence across the safeguarding partnership.
Provides emotional and mental health assessment and treatment to children, young people, aged 0-18 years, and their families/carers.
A service that offers advice and assistance with all Benefits and Entitlement for unpaid Carers and their families living in Torbay.
Helps people in financial need gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help
Training and Material for sharing
The SEND strategy sets out what Torbay will aim to achieve through partnership arrangements between the LA, educational settings, parents/carers, children and young people, other agencies and services in health and social care, including adult services and the voluntary sector.
The national charity helping children with brain conditions and their families discover a better life together.
The Council for Disabled Children has developed a suite of online training for CDC members, affiliated organisations and services, and parent carers. The courses have been developed to improve knowledge, understanding and practical skills and support in range of key areas that impact children and young people, particularly those who are disabled or with special educational needs.
Offers free courses for adults as part of the government’s long-term commitment to help everyone gain skills for life
Protect and support children and young people, providing practical and emotional care and support.
A parent-led website providing information about SEN, children's health and disability.