Parent support
Walsall has a local office which provides links and websites in the local area that can support send young people and their families. Please click on the link below.
Walsall Local Offer
If you would like legally based SEN advice or support please also have a look at these websites:
Walsall Information and Support Service Partnership
Walsall Parent Partnership Service (SENDIASS) is for parents and carers of children, aged 0 to 19, with special educational needs. They provide a confidential and impartial service across the county, offering information and support.
Blakenall Village Centre,
Thames Road,
Blakenall,
ws3 1lz
Tel:01922 650330
Email: iasssend@walsall.gov.uk
Agencies that can support you
The National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society is the leading UK charity for people with autism (including Asperger syndrome) and their families. The website provides information about the support available for people with autism. Lists local parent support groups.
Gov.Uk
This site provides families of children with disabilities
with information about rights and benefits.
https://www.gov.uk/browse/disabilities
British Dyslexia Association
The British Dyslexia Association website gives information, resources and local support services.
http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/
Your Guide to overcoming Dyslexia:
http://www.supersummary.com/dyslexia-guide/
Home-Start- Walsall
This is a local charity which supports ordinary parents in and around Walsall who are going through challenging times. The family has to have at least one child under 5.
Home-Start Walsall
The Hive Hub,
The Square,
Lichfield Road,
WILLENHALL
West Midlands
WV12 5EA
Dawn: 07535 632269
Gemma: 07535 632264
Jade: 07535 632255
https://www.home-start.org.uk/home-start-walsall
Contact a Family
Contact a Family is the only national charity that exists to support the families of disabled children whatever their condition or disability. The charity uses the knowledge and experience of parents of children with disabilities to provide a network of support