Resources for Families & Young People
This page brings together trusted organisations that provide specialist advice, advocacy, practical support and guidance. These services complement Autonomie's work and can help families and young people access the right support at the right time.
If you're unsure where to start, contact the Autonomie team:
Education, Advocacy & Legal Support
SEN Advocacy & Advice Centre (SENAC)
Independent advice and advocacy for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs in Northern Ireland.
Children's Law Centre
Provides legal advice and representation on education, disability, discrimination and children's rights.
SEN Helpdesk – Education Authority (EA)
Central support line for statutory assessments, SEN services and specialist education provision in Northern Ireland.
nidirect (NI Government Services)
Official government guidance on disability benefits, services, equipment, transport and rights.
Family & Carer Support
Contact – For Families with Disabled Children
Provides advice, information and emotional support to families of disabled children, including a free national helpline.
Carers NI
Support and guidance for unpaid carers, including advice on benefits, services and wellbeing.
Contact via website
www.carersuk.org (Northern Ireland section)CA Family (Children's Disability Network)
Offers information, advocacy and peer support for families of children with disabilities and additional needs.
Contact via website
www.cafamily.org.ukFinancial, Grants & Practical Support
Disability Grants (Northern Ireland)
Searchable database of grants and financial support for disability equipment, home adaptations and living costs.
Health, Wellbeing & Public Services
Public Health Agency (PHA) – Northern Ireland
Official public health guidance, resources and community wellbeing information.
Education & Learning Support
Education Support
Guidance and resources relating to education services and learning support across the UK and Northern Ireland.
Safety, Community & Youth Support
PSNI Youth Section
Information on personal safety, online safety, bullying and community support for young people.
Contact your local PSNI station
www.psni.police.ukNeed Help Navigating Support?
If you're not sure which service is right for you, the Autonomie team is happy to help guide you.
Discover How Autonomie Can Help
Learn more about our programmes and how we support young people with physical disabilities and additional needs.
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