Parent Information

Useful Information
Please find below useful links:
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Independent advice
Do you or anyone you know need independent advice about any aspect of SEN provision?
You can contact Chris White or Anita Bey at the Lambeth Information, Advice and Support Service on 020 7926 9805 / 1831 or email lambethiass@lambeth.gov.uk
Website: http://www.younglambeth.org/lambethinformationadviceandsupport-service.html
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Parent Info
Parent Info is a collaboration between CEOP (the child protection command of the National Crime Agency) and The Parent Zone.
The Parent Zone was founded in 2005 and has a track record of providing information, support and advice to parents. In recent years, The Parent Zone’s work has focused on the impact of digital technologies on families. We provide information, resources and training for parents and those who work with them. Here you’ll find a collection of articles, tips, expert advice and resources designed to help you keep up with what your child is doing on-line.
Visit the site: http://parentinfo.org/​
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​​​Changing Places
Over 1,600 accessible toilets – login or register for your free Toilet Map account.
Incontinence swimwear products which come in a variety of styles, colours and patterns. Available in children’s, ladies and men’s sizes.
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Specially made clothing range includes hip dysplasia clothes, feeding tube clothing and zip-up bodysuits. With thoughtfully placed poppers and super-soft materials, our collection is all about comfort. Find sizes starting from newborn, going up to 16 years. There are pretty patterns and a variety of colours on offer, as well as handy multi-packs too. Only available online.
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This is the place to find out about services and support for children and young people, aged 0 to 25, with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Whether you want to know about education, health, social care or how to prepare for adult life; whether you're a parent or carer, a young person or a professional, choose the path that's right for you.
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0-25 Disability Service (formerly Children with disabilities team - CWDT)
This gives advice on disability and services. They can also provide a care package of services for those assessed as needing one. This means services like:
Care arrangements
Short breaks
Respite
A personal budget
Activities
Parents and carers can self-refer by calling the 0-25 Disability Service on 020 7926 5555 to talk about their child’s disability and get advice on services and assessments.
Anyone working with a child with a disability, like a school SENDCO or a health professional, can refer to 0-25 Disability Service. They must first talk to their parents or carer.
Lambeth Participation and Engagement Service (PES) supports parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Lambeth.
They aim to ensure families are aware of their rights and entitlements and how to access support services available in Lambeth.
A parent, carer or guardian will need to complete the online form for children aged 0-15 years. When a child or young person is signed up to the Register, they'll receive a Lambeth Liberty Card which identifies them as having a disability. This card is acknowledged and supported by a number of local and national attractions, companies and facilities who will offer discounts or queue jumps to disabled children and young people and their carers.
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Short Breaks For Disabled Children
Families can self-refer to Lambeth Children’s Services for support directly at lambethshortbreaksservice@lambeth.gov.uk. Children need to turn 5 prior to the 31st August before attending. Families are only eligible if they live in the borough of Lambeth. Commissioned providers include:
Whippersnappers (referrals from 0-25 Disability Service only, with places awarded after a panel assessment). Playschemes take place during the Easter and summer holidays, as well as over the three half terms. Below is a video of the Summer 2021 playscheme which took place at The Livity School.​​​​​
SOS!SEN​
National charity aiming to empower parents and carers of children with SEN to successfully tackle the difficulties they face when battling for their children’s rights. They can provide free SEN advice at their drop-in advice centre near Waterloo Station or in Thornton Heath.
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https://www.specialneedsjungle.com
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