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Resources & Support
If you feel distressed and need urgent help or advice, please contact someone as soon as possible, such as Samaritans on 116 123 or visit the Samaritans website, or call Mind on 0300 123 3393 or visit the Mind website.
Families of children with rare neurogenetic disorders have voiced that they would benefit most from resources supporting them to manage their child's education and care. In light of this, we have provided some useful resources below which may be of benefit to you or a family you know.
Caring for my child:
Challenging behaviour foundation activity sheets:
Manging shielding/social isolation/social distancing with my child:
Dealing with my own worries :
Accessing healthcare:
General:
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NHS ELFT video on supporting neurodiverse children in challenging times
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Resource from Unique – Advice on self-isolation, how to cope during the pandemic, education + more
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Cheers lab - information for families on Covid-19
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Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea - Resources for specific SEND areas
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Resources to support families / carers of people with learning disabilities through the Coronavirus restrictions
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Genetic Alliance UK - Covid-19 hub
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International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities -Covid-19 resources
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Parenting during Covid-19
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Royal College of Paediatrics & Child Health- COVID-19 Resources for Parents & Carers
Podcasts:
Finding parent support groups :
Specific for those working for the NHS
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