Parents Support

1. The Local Offer for Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

A single place to come for information and advice for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 0-25, and their families.

Please check the link below to access the relevant information

 SEND Local Offer | Brent Council

You’ll find everything from activities, to information explaining the support available to you and your child and where to go for independent advice.

How to use the Local Offer

To use the Local Offer choose from a range of information and advice.

Find out: What SEND is, what to do if you think your child has SEND, getting an assessment of your child’s needs and how support can change to meet those needs.

Information, support and advice: Find the right school in Brent, information on health services, the range of support and advice out there, help with travel and transport needs, financial support and more.

Things to do: A directory of things to do, including sporting activities, clubs and hobbies and short respite breaks.

2. Brent Parent Carer Forum

Brent Parent Carer Forum offers information, support and friendship for families of children and young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We are the strategic voice of parent carers 0-25  living in Brent. 

-we provide opportunities to meet together with other parents to share lived experiences 

-we provide support to parents to access information and how to navigate the right services 

-we run consultation and information monthly sessions 1 day time 1 evening   

-we are parent-led and independent

-we are the official strategy the voice and the critical friend  of health, education, and social care services in Brent

- working in partnership 

To become a member Become a member – BRENT PARENT CARERS CIC (brentpcf.org)

To contact us email admin@brentpcf.org  or call 07305145167 and leave a message. 

3. Brent Carers

Brent Carers Centre offer carers living in, or caring for a person living in, Brent an extensive range of information and advice services on all aspects of their caring responsibilities, via the operation of the Brent Carers Services Hub and other local initiatives.

020 8795 6240

http://www.brentcarerscentre.org.uk/

4. Brent Mencap 

020 8451 5278

Is a charity to support people with a learning disability.

http://www.brentmencap.org.uk/

5. Brent Parent Partnership

 020 8937 3434

Offers independent, confidential advice to the parents or carer’s of children who have special educational needs.

Email: parentpartnership@brent.gov.uk

6. Resources for Autism 

Provide practical services for children and adults with an autistic spectrum condition and for their families and carers.

http://www.resourcesforautism.org.uk/

7. BOAT

The Brent outreach autism team works with children and young people who have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum. The service they provide is mostly school based with some advice and support offered to families. We support all children and young people at mainstream Brent schools, including sixth-forms, whether they live in the borough or not.

http://brent.gov.uk/boat

8. ADHD and Autism Support Harrow

autism@adhdandautismharrow.co.uk

9. “Family Fund”

Are the UK’s largest provider of grants to low-income families raising disabled and seriously ill children and young people. They help ease the additional pressures families face.

http://www.familyfund.org.uk/

10. NAS – Ladbroke Grove resource (website)

Ladbroke Grove Autism Centre supports people of all ages on the autism spectrum to help them achieve their full potential. They offer a safe and supportive environment in which children, young people and adults can meet other people, try new activities, explore interests and develop their confidence and independence.

11. Caudwell Children Services

Caudwell Children Services offer seven core services for parents and children, so click the link to find out more.

12. Turn2Us

Turn2Us is a free service that helps people in financial need to access welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help.

13. Transport Numbers

If parents experience problems with transport, please contact transport directly on the numbers below.

Brent Transport: 0208 736 6495 / 0208 736 6498 / 0208 736 6788

Barnet Transport: 0208 359 5113

Ealing Transport: 0208 825 7455

Financial challenges can arise for many families, particularly during uncertain times. We have compiled a list of resources and support options available through the government, local councils, and charitable organisations to assist. These resources can help you navigate financial difficulties and access support for your household needs. 

Government and Charity Support Options 

 Benefits Calculators 

  • GOV.UK Benefits Calculators: Use these tools to check your entitlement to benefits and tax credits. Visit GOV.UK Benefits Calculators to get started. Find it at Benefits calculators – Gov.uk 
  • Age UK Benefits Calculator: Aimed at older adults, this calculator helps determine available support. Find it at Age UK Benefits Calculator. 
  • Citizens Advice: Provides guidance on benefits, eligibility, and applications. Visit Benefits - Citizens Advice

Financial Support Charities 

  • Turn2us: A comprehensive resource for tackling financial insecurity. Learn more at Turn2us. 
  • Family Fund: Offers grants for families raising disabled or seriously ill children. Visit Family Fund. You can apply for this each year.  

Local Council Support Funds 

Many councils offer targeted support through their Household Support Funds. Below are links to specific council initiatives: 

Utility Bill Assistance 

Support is also available for managing utility bills: