ADHD Foundation
The ADHD Foundation works in partnership with individuals, families, doctors, teachers and other agencies to improving emotional well being, educational attainment, behaviour and life chances through better understanding and self management of ADHD, ASD and related learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, Irlen’s Syndrome, dyscalculia and Tourette’s Syndrome. We also provide training for GP’s, Teachers, Social Care agencies and other professionals, raising awareness to bring about positive change and inclusion in mental health, education and employment.
AutonoMe
Autonome work across the UK Public Sector to combine our personalised Educational Technology platform with one to one support to deliver Learning Disability and Autism outcomes in Education, Employment and Social Care settings.
Boost Academy
Boost Academy offer individually tailored education packages for students who are struggling to access education due to: school refusal, anxiety, mental health issues, special educational needs, disability, etc. Our staff team have a great deal of personal and professional knowledge and experience, to ensure the very best results.
Brandon Trust
Brandon Trust is a registered charity providing individualised support to adults, young people and children with learning disabilities or autism. We believe that everyone should be free to live their life in the way they choose, and our job is to support them to make this happen.
Bridging The Gap Together!
Bridging the Gap Together! is an independent Community Interest Company, our aim is to provide a wide range of workshops for parents/carers of children as well as young people with complex needs or disabilities, this could include mental health needs, learning difficulties, sensory or communication impairment, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and/or on the Autistic Spectrum.
Bristol Autism Support
BAS is a registered charity that provides support, information and advice to parents and unpaid carers of autistic children (diagnosed or suspected) in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset and BaNES.
Bristol Parent Carer Forum
Bristol Parent Carers (BPS) is a registered Bristol-based charity committed to supporting parent in Bristol with additional caring responsibilities.
British Dyslexia Association
The BDA is the voice of dyslexic people. We aim to influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society, that enables dyslexic people of all ages to reach their full potential.
Dyspraxia Foundation
The Dyspraxia Foundation is committed to making the teaching and medical professions more aware of dyspraxia; and to spread understanding of how those who have the condition can be helped.
JIGSAW – Thornbury
Working with children and young people aged 0-25 years with additional needs or disabilities (with or without a diagnosis), and their families . We currently support families living within postcodes BS, BA and GL.
Kidz to Adultz
Kidz to Adultz events are dedicated to children and young adults with disabilities and additional needs, their parents, carers and the professionals who support them. We bring people together to find the best solution for every situation, to help fulfil each person’s potential, and to help change lives.
Kooth
When you’re struggling with your mental health, it can be difficult to know where to turn, or what services are available to support you. You are not alone. In fact, Kooth is full of young people who may be going through similar things to you. It’s a safe space where you can explore your feelings, get help when you need it, and much more.
Nessy
Nessy programs are designed to help students of all abilities learn to read, write, spell and type, especially those who learn differently, including:
– Mainstream
– Homeschool
– EAL
– Students with dyslexia
North Somerset Parent Carers Working Together
We represent the collective voice of North Somerset parent carers to key decision makers across the local authority, health and education. Through our efforts we aim to make everyday life better for parent carers and help every child and young person with an additional need or disability to reach their full potential.
OTR North Somerset
We provide free and self-referral mental health info and support to young people aged 11-18 through a range of wellbeing projects across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. Come to us for one-to-one support and group projects all delivered by a team of super-friendly staff and volunteers.
Portishead Youth Centre – Friday Fun
Youth Club for young people with additional and complex needs. Join us for cooking, arts and crafts, sports, dance, tuck shop and disco supported by professional Youth Workers.
RESET
A flexible educational experience. At Reset WSM, we believe that everyone can be successful when provided with the right opportunities and skills. We aim to deliver an educational experience that is flexible and personalised to each child and young person that we work with.
SAY Send And You
SEND and You provides the Special Educational Needs & Disability Information, Advice and Support (SENDIAS) Service in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We provide free, confidential and impartial advice to children, young people and their families about SEND.
Special Needs Jungle
Many families do not get the help they need because they do not know where to look or how to cut their way through the increasingly complicated system. We aim to highlight resources and inspire and empower families to do this successfully by providing resources, tips, facts and examples.
Strawberry Line
The Strawberry Line is where it all started. A 9-mile long stretch of shared-access path. Mostly traffic-free and flat, it’s popular with cyclists and walkers. The Strawberry Line Café prides itself on friendly service from our team. We employ local people from our community and offer employment and training to people with learning disabilities. Strawberry Cycles bike hire is just opposite us in Yatton station car park. You can choose from a wide range of bikes for adults and children. They also hire out adaptive cycles and trikes, as well as tandems.
Surround Support
We believe that everyone should have the correct support and guidance to live as full and independent a life as possible. Through our community-based support, Surround Support can help you develop important life skills, find employment, access the community and take part in leisure activities, as well as meet new people and maintain friendships.
The Mindful Life
The Mindful Life helps Carers to cope with stress and difficult emotions using mindfulness-based approaches, running taster sessions, introductory mindfulness programmes and ongoing weekly meditations.
The National Autistic Society
We provide information, support and pioneering services, and campaign for a better world for autistic people.
The Bridge Psychotherapy Service
We have provided our expert support to those suffering mental health difficulties for 40 years, helping individuals and families feel secure and supported. In response to the high demand for autism assessments in and around Bristol, we are excited to offer in-depth diagnostic autism assessments, which follow NICE guidelines, and are psychotherapeutically informed.
Unique
Our mission is to inform, support and alleviate the isolation of anyone affected by a rare chromosome disorder, copy number variant or single gene disorder associated with learning disability / developmental delay and to raise public awareness.
WE WORK for Everyone
If you are looking for work and have a learning disability, learning disability or you are autistic, WE Work for Everyone can help. Our Employment Navigators can support you to find a way into paid work.
Young Carers
It is estimated that over 2000 young people in North Somerset have caring responsibilities at home, so you are not alone. Get in touch to find out more about meeting other young carers and what support is on offer to you. It is estimated that over 2000 young people in North Somerset have caring responsibilities at home, so you are not alone. Get in touch to find out more about meeting other young carers and what support is on offer to you.
Assess, Consult & Train for SEND 