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Coronavirus

Due to the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, some of the organisations listed on here are still in the process of posting service updates. Many phone lines and websites are still available, but some contact details have changed. Try the organisation's own website if you're having difficulty getting through.

If you have any queries, please email us at dos@reading.gov.uk or fis@reading.gov.uk

Special Needs Support

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Support available to Parents, Families and Carers and Young People with SEND.

In this section you will find a range of information including:

  • Local Services and Charities
  • National Services and Charities
  • Support Groups
  • Where to get help and advice.

If you want some specific help and advice, you may find the following useful:

Children & Young People’s Disabilities Team (CYPDT)

Reading Information, Advice & Support Service for SEND

Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services -CAMHS

Mental Health Support Team

Updated - September 2019

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