Family support
There's lots of support available for parents/carers of children and young people with special educational needs. In this section you'll find a wide range of support including advice, resources, support groups, local organisations and service providers.
You can find local support groups listed in our Family Information Service Directory which you can search by child's age, location and postcode.
The Parenting Team
What is this team responsible for and how can you use its services?
SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
Information about IASS and how to contact them.
Parent Carer Council Shropshire (PACC)
Information about PACC and how to contact them.
SEND support groups
Local parent carer run support groups to chat and share experiences.
Autism West Midlands (AWM)
AWM supports families who live in the Shropshire who have children under 18 years old, with autism or autistic traits.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Team
Find out more about the SEN team's roles, responsibilities and more.
Shropshire Carers
A carer support team, within Shropshire Council, providing information, advice and support.
Shropshire Young Carers Service
Support for young carers in Shropshire aged five to 18.
SEND newsletter for parent carers and families
Newsletter aimed at supporting parent/carers of children and young people with SEND.
Being Me
Hear from other parent carers, children and young people as they share their experiences.
Parent carer needs assessment
Find out more information about how to request a needs assessment.
Citizens Advice
Introduction to the Citizens Advice service and the assistance it offers families.
Accessibility guides
Access details for some buildings to make it easier for people with disabilities to plan a visit.
Where can I go to get support to help keep my child safe online?
Some useful links to resources about how to keep your child safe online.
What other support is available for MOD/service families?
Find out more about the Children’s Education Advisory Service.
Keyworker Service
The Keyworker Service is available for children and young people on the dynamic support register.
Disabled Children's Team
More information on the Disabled Children's Team and what they do.
Financial support
Find out more about different financial support available to eligible people in Shropshire.
Safeguarding
Information on protecting children and vulnerable adults.
Family Information Directory - family support information
An online directory featuring local and national organisations and services that exist to support children, young people and families.
Cost of living help
Information to help people and families worried about the rising cost of living