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Transition from pre-school through to adulthood Updated October 2020
SEND Short Breaks
Short Breaks The Breaks for Carers of Disabled Children Regulations 2011, requires Local Authorities to provide a range of short breaks for families with disabled children (age 0-19yrs). In Reading this is delivered through Brighter Futures for Children (BFfC). Short breaks provide opportunities for disabled children and…
Sensory Impairment
Sensory impairment is when one of your senses; sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste and spatial awareness, is no longer normal. Examples - If you wear glasses you have a sight impairment , if you find it hard to hear or have a hearing aid then…
Short Breaks
The Breaks for Carers of Disabled Children Regulations 2011, requires Local Authorities, to provide a range of short breaks for families with disabled children (age 0-19yrs). In Reading this is provided by Brighter Futures for Children (BFfC). Short breaks form part of a continuum of services, which support disabled…
Social and Activity Clubs
There's no need to feel lonely and isolated at home - there are lots of social and activity clubs which provide opportunities for you to get out, meet new friends and take part in activities you enjoy. Many clubs and groups are for people of…
Social care for the person you look after
Reading Borough Council and Brighter Futures for Children provide community based social care services for families with a disabled child and adults who are dependent on others for care and/or support because they are older, have a physical or learning disability, have a visual and/or…
South Reading Cluster Children Centres
Dear Children's Centre familiesIn light of recent Government advice regarding COVID-19 our Children's centres will be closed from today until further notice.We will be uploading regular updates, activities, tips and fun ideas for you to try at home with your children.Many thanksThe Reading Children’s centre…
Special Educational Needs & Disabilities - Reading's Local Offer
Coronavirus ~ Latest advice for all residents (with link to Easy Read information tab) Welcome to Reading’s SEND Local Offer The SEND Local Offer exists to help you find information about local services, support, activities and events for children and young people aged 0 -…
Special Needs Activities
There are different types of activities available, clubs that are specifically designed around the needs of children/young people with special needs that also offer a Short Breaks and clubs where the parent/carer stays. Some parents prefer an inclusive club where all children are welcome and this…
Special Needs Support
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…