Links
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Nottinghamshire Local Offer The Local Offer brings together useful information across education, health and social care within one website where you can find information, advice and guidance and a range of provider services listed across Nottinghamshire, who support children and young people with SEND.
Mental Health and Well Being
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Young Minds Young Minds work with all children, including those with and without special educational needs. This website has links to resources as well as direct support for children and parents who are currently having a difficult time.
Support for Sleep
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Support With Sleeping - Suitable For All Children Good sleep is important for your child's physical and mental wellbeing. This NHS link has suggestions for developing good sleep routines for children of all ages.
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Sleep Top Tips For Children With ASD This link is more specific and supports those children who have Autism and struggle to sleep well due to their needs. However, there are also some handy ideas on here for children who are not on the autistic spectrum.
Dyslexia:
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British Dyslexia Association The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) has been the voice of dyslexic people since 1972. Their website has a host of resources and ideas to support all people living with dyslexia.
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10 Facts Parents Should Know About Dyslexia Having a good understanding of the type of difficulties caused by dyslexia will help you support your child. After you have learned about dyslexia, explain it to your child. Knowing there is both a reason and a solution will help them to deal with it.
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6 Ways a Parent Can Help Their Child With Dyslexia Find out as much as you can about dyslexia then explain it to your child. This free ebook is the perfect tool for this – read it through together and learn about the different types of dyslexia, their signs, symptoms, strengths and weaknesses.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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ADDISS (The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service) ADDISS provide people-friendly information and resources about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder to anyone who needs assistance, including children, parents and professionals.
Autism
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National Autistic Society Browse their advice and guidance to find a wide range of information about autism – from what autism is, to diagnosis, to socialising and relationships.