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ACT

Information on the support that is available for children with a long-term or a life-limiting condition.
0845 108 2201 (helpline)
www.act.org.uk

ADDISS

National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service. Supports families of children with ADHD. Local contacts listed on their web site
www.addiss.co.uk

Barnardos

West Cheshire Families project supports children and young people with severe disabilities and their families. Inc. advice, counselling, holiday play schemes, pre-school toy library and short term breaks.
01244 346482
wcheshire-families.project@barnardos.org.uk
www.barnardos.org.uk

BIRD

Broughton, nr Chester
Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Development (BIRD) helps children and adults with brain injury, learning difficulty, dyslexia, autism, dyspraxia and strokes.
0800 0286 256
www.b-i-r-d.org.uk

Blacon Surestart

For advice on pre-school education, childcare, health and support in the CH1 5 (Blacon) postcode area contact Sure Start Blacon.
01244 398644
help@surestartblacon.info

Bookstart and Booktouch

Bookstart is a scheme to provide free books for babies. Booktouch provides packs for blind and partially sighted children 0 - 4 years.
020 8516 2974
lee@booktrust.org.uk

Bramhall Neuro -Developmental Therapy Practice

Stockport
Offers INPP programme & other therapies to help children struggling with reading/writing, concentration, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia or ADD.
0161 355 9365
info@bramhallndtpractice.co.uk
www.bramhallndtpractice.co.uk

Brilliant Minds

Nantwich
A movement based children's program that enhances educational attainment & self esteem. Particularly useful for those with Special Educational Needs. After school club / Summer school.
01270 628332
lisadigby@dsl.pipex.com

www.brilliant-minds.co.uk

British Allergy Foundation

Helpline. Information and advice for allergy sufferers
01322 619898 (helpline)
info@allergyuk.org

www.allergyuk.org

British Epilepsy Association

Advice and support for people with epilepsy and their families.
www.epilepsy.org.uk

Cheshire Childcare Vouchers

Save up to £1066 a year on childcare fees using childcare vouchers.
0845 838 2348
info@ccvouchers.com
www.ccvouchers.com

Child Accident Prevention Trust

Charity working with families, professionals and carers to prevent accidents and deaths amongst children.
020 7608 3828

safe@capt.org.uk
www.capt.org.uk

ChildcareLink

Provides information on local childcare providers, advice on choosing childcare.
www.childcarelink.gov.uk

Childline

Free 24-hour helpline for children and young people in the UK.
0800 1111
www.childline.org.uk

Children's Information Service

Gives advice on childcare in your area.
Children's Information Service - local contacts
 

Christine Wardle Childrens' Physiotherapy Warrington
An independent home physiotherapy service for children with neurological or developmental conditions. Helping children to develop to their maximum potential.
01925 262 887
christinemwardle@hotmail.com

Citizens' Advice Bureau

Impartial, practical advice on legal matters etc.
08701 264119
www.chestercab.co.uk

www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Contact a Family

Charity providing support and advice to families of children diagnosed with serious disabilities or rare syndromes.
www.cafamily.org.uk

Cry-sis

Helpline for parents with crying or sleepless children.
08451 228 669 (helpline)
info@cry-sis.org.uk
www.cry-sis.org.uk

Daycare Trust

Offer advice on choosing childcare, funding tax credits etc.

020 7840 3350
info@daycaretrust.org.uk
www.daycaretrust.org.uk

Deafness Support Network

Deafness Support Network provides a wide range of services for deaf people of all ages and with all forms of hearing loss.
01244 371372 (Chester)
01606 47831 (Northwich)
01928 574869 (Runcorn)
01925 626602 (Warrington)
www.deafnesssupportnetwork.co.uk

Dore Centres

The Dore Programme tackles the root cause of learning difficulties including dyslexia, dyspraxia and attention disorders (ADHD).
07816 840622 (local advisor)
julia.butcher@dore.co.uk
www.dore.co.uk

Down's Heart Group

UK charity offering support and parent friendly information relating to heart problems associated with Down's Syndrome.
0845 166 8061
info@dhg.org.uk
www.dhg.org.uk

Down's Syndrome Association

We provide information, counsellling and support for people with Down’s syndrome and their families.
0845 230 0372
info@downs-syndrome.org.uk
(national)

www.downs-syndrome.org.uk

Dyslexia Association

Library, resources, games etc. for people with dyslexia. Helpline.
0118 966 8271 (helpline)
helpline@bdadyslexia.org.uk
www.bda-dyslexia.org.uk

Education Otherwise

Provides support and information for families whose children are being educated outside school.
www.education-otherwise.org

Get Connected

Puts young people in touch with source of help whatever the problem.

0808 800 4994

Gingerbread

Information and support for one parent families.

0800 018 4318 (adviceline)
www.gingerbread.org.uk

INPP

Offers assessment and physical remedial programmes for children with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), underachievement and various behavioural problems.
01244 311414
mail@inpp.org.uk
www.inpp.org.uk

In Your Hands

 

 

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
Well being treatments to support your child's needs, behaviour, communication, frustrations, teenage years and general well being.  Learning difficulties assessments available.
07787 815342
coghlanpatsy@aol.com

Kidscape

UK
Charity established specifically to prevent bullying and child abuse. Website, helpline, leaflets and advice.
www.kidscape.org.uk

Lache Family Centre

Centre for parents of young children offering general advice, help with managing children's behaviour and formal assessments.
01244 674494

Leek Dyslexia and Literacy Support

Leek, Nr Congleton/Macclesfield
Dyslexia Support for adults and children, parents courses, 1-2-1 tuition, screening, library loan, Free information & advice
01538 388399 or 01538 398544
georginahsmith@hotmail.com

Left n Write

Offer advice, products and training for teachers and parents of left-handed children.
www.lefthand-education.co.uk

LIVE!

LIVE! is an independent, voluntary youth organisation for young people 12-21 with and without disabilities. Arts-based and sporting activities. Based at New Scene Youth Centre, Newton, Chester
01244 320479
live0000@talk21.com

Marie-Claire Carlyle

Chester
Fully accredited "Healthy Homes" and Feng Shui consultant can reassure you that your home is a safe environment for you and your children.
01244 314605
mc@marieclairecarlyle.com

www.marieclairecarlyle.com

Meningitis Trust

Raises awareness and provides support for life to people affected by meningitis and meningococcal disease.
0845 120 4764 (NW)
christineh@meningitis-trust.org (NW)
www.meningitis-trust.org

National Autistic Society

For parents, carers and professionals involved with autism. Meetings, speakers, and local befriending groups. Library of books & videos.
www.nas-cheshire.org.uk
www.nas.org.uk

National Childbirth Trust (NCT)

Support and information for parents-to-be and parents of babies and very young children. Local contacts can be found on their web sites and on Kidsguide's pregnancy and baby page
www.nctpregnancyandbabycare.com

National Childminding Association

Promotes quality registered childminding for children, families and communities.
ncma.north@ncma.org.uk
www.ncma.org.uk

National Deaf Children's Society

Offers support, information and advice for deaf children and young people, their families and professionals working with them.
www.ndcs.org.uk

NSPCC Child Protection Helpline

Free 24 hour helpline for anyone concerned about a child at risk of abuse.
0808 800 5000 (England)
www.nspcc.org.uk

One Parent Families

Information and advice for one parent families.
0800 018 5026

Parentline Plus

Practical help and advice on parenting issues.
0808 800 2222

Pre-school Learning Alliance

Promotes pre-schools, playgroups & toddler groups. Encourages parent/carer involvement and education.
www.pre-school.org.uk

Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents

Offers advice on how to avoid accidents at home and at play. Also useful web site on choosing car seats, use of seat belts during pregnancy etc.
www.rospa.com
info@childcarseats.org.uk
www.childcarseats.org.uk

Special Needs Kids

UK
Information directory and shopping site to help parents and carers of children with special needs.

http://special-needs-kids.co.uk

Specs (Special Education Consultancy Service) Cheshire, Wirral, & North Wales
Support for reading, listening, memory skills & assessment for coloured glasses to improve reading skills. Auditory training to improve listening & memory skills.
07828 854577
eileenmspecs@hotmail.com

The Speech and Language Centre

 

Speech and language therapy for a wide range of children's difficulties. Comfortable clinic setting. Flexible appointments times. No waiting lists.
07962 073432 or 01928 735915
carole@chspeech.co.uk
www.chspeech.co.uk

SportCheshire

Provide a good booklet listing sports facilities for the disabled.
www.sportcheshire.org

St Andrew's Child Contact Centre

Offers a neutral friendly meeting place where children can meet a non-custodian parent/grandparent. 1st & 3rd sat each month 10-12.
01244 401494

St Mark's Child Contact Centre

Open two Saturday mornings per month for children of divorced parents to meet absent parent in relaxed supported environment. Self-referrals accepted.
01244 675372

St John's Ambulance

Offers free course in first aid for babies and children. Available for parents, carers, childminders etc. 
08700 1049 50
www.cheshire.sja.org.uk

West Cheshire Early Years & Childcare Development

Information exchange and mutual support for organisations working in early years.
01244 674494

West Cheshire  Families Project

Offers a wide range of services for children and young people with disabilities and their families.
01244 346482

West Cheshire Project

Provides advocacy service for children and young people with learning difficulties and additional communication difficulties.
0151 339 8781

West Cheshire Young Carers
Chester, Ellesmere Port, Neston and Vale Royal
We offer support, guidance and respite for young people aged 6 to 18 caring for someone at home.
0151 356 9497
info@young-carers.sja.org.uk  

 

Working  Families

Offers advice for balancing work and family inc advice on childcare, low income & flexible working. Offer "Waving not drowning"  helpline for families coping with disabled children.
020 7253 7243 (helpline)
office@workingfamilies.org.uk
www.workingfamilies.org.uk

 
 


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