USEFUL CONTACTS/SUPPORT SERVICES As Parents and Carers of a child with learning difficulties you might find that you require certain services from time to time. This document will provide you with information and support services for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities for anyone aged between 0 to 25. There are so many support services available to help you. The services for the Local Area come under the following Sub Headings - you can find out more at - https://www.mylifeinbolton.org.uk/ Community Groups Health and well-being Housing Money maters Sport and leisure Travel and transport Community Groups Reach Northwest Founded and headed by Bolton Autism Mum Linzi Tropea Autism Support UK is a Bolton provider of child centered bespoke parent & child training for children on the autism pathway or diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Condition. Its aim is to help children learn communication, social & play skills in fun-filled sessions at affordable rates while giving parents valuable training & strategies. Children are assessed at the start & learning goals are set. Essa Academy, Lever Edge Lane, BL3 3HH (07841) 144267 help@reachnorthwest.org Bolton Lads and Girls Club Bolton Lads & Girls Club is the biggest youth centre in the UK and is based in Bolton town centre. The Club is open 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year and welcomes all young people aged 8-21 years old. As well as the basic 7 nights-a-week youth club 18 Bolton Lads And Girls Club, BL1 4AG 01204540100 info@blgc.co.uk Contact a Family Contact a Family provides information, advice and support to families caring for children and young people with disabilities or additional needs. We have up to date information on local services and sources of support for families with disabled children. Contact a Family, EC1V 1JN (08088) 083555 helpline@cafamily.org.uk Bolton Smiley faces Local Mutual Support Group for Children with Down’s Syndrome and their Parents/Carers living in Bolton. We meet on the second Sunday of every month from 1pm until 3pm. All newcomers welcome. Our aim is to support children with Down’s syndrome, and their families living in the Bolton area. Leverhulme Childrens Centre Leverhulme Park , BL2 6EB 01204 480480 chair@boltonsmileyfaces.org.uk Special Needs Under Five Support SNUFS is a local voluntary organiSation which supports pre school children, aged between 2 and 5 years who have additional support needs. Our volunteers support on a 1-1 basis in mainstream childcare settings across the borough. Castle Hill Centre, BL2 2JW 01204 338211 niki@specialneedsu5.co.uk or office@specialneedsu5.co.uk Lagan’s Foundation FREE Respite and care services for parents with children under the age of 5, diagnosed with congenital heart defects or feeding difficulties, at home. Fully insured and regulated by the CQC. Training is given by Alder Hey Children's Hospital. 65 Pennine Rd 01204 800300 carren@lagans.org.uk Lever Park Academy We support young people with an EHCP (previously a statement of special educational need for their social, emotional and behavioral difficulties, SEBD). We work primarily with the pupils of Lever Park Special School, their families and carers where we provide a breakfast club, access to the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme, Bowens relaxation therapy, mentoring, and some specialist equipment. We also design and deliver specific projects to address issues of self esteem, health and wellbeing. Stocks Park Drive, Horwich, BL6 6DE 01204 332666 darbyshirec@leverpark.bolton.sch.uk Bolton Information and Advisory Service Bolton Information and Advice Service was previously known as Bolton Parent Partnership Service. We offer advice on the statementing procedures, reviews and transition plans for children and young people with special educational needs from birth to 25. Bolton Information and Advisory Service, BL1 4QB 01204 848722 pps@boltoncog.co.uk IPSEA Helplines are operated Monday to Friday (times available on the website). Free independent legal advice is available to parents of children with all kinds of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Visit the website for model letters, SEN updates, support sheets and more. Join the mailing list and become part of IPSEA’s family and keep up-to-date with news and information relevant to SEND. The advice line is covered by fully trained volunteers providing legally based advice. (01799) 582030 kupton@ipsea.net Breaking Barriers Breaking Barriers aims to support Disabled children and young people (aged 0-25) and adults with Autism (aged 18+) and their families to challenge and remove barriers to inclusion. BBNW have a strong strategic presence in Bolton and act as parent reps on the Disability housing sub group, the Post 16 transition guide task group, BDSA (Bolton Disability Sports Association), ETAG (Equality Target Action Group), Bolton ASC Forum and the Bolton Together Consortium. Saint George's House, Saint George's Road, BL1 2DD (07717) 434840 breakbarriers3@gmail.com Crossroads4kids Crossroads4Kids is part of Crossroads Care, which has been providing carer breaks in Greater Manchester for over 30 years. Crossroads4Kids is a children's service that provides tailor made breaks to children of all ages and ranges of health, medical disabilities, conditions and illnesses across Greater Manchester. Thicketford Centre, BL2 2LW 01204 365025 bolton@gmcarerstrust.co.uk Deafserv Ltd Provides family sign language courses and electronic note taking for deaf and disabled people. Family Sign Language: Unlike traditional British Sign Language (BSL) courses, which are based around signs for adults, this course is specifically aimed at families of deaf children. c/o Ear 4 Kidz, BL2 1DD 07739383230 zienna1981@live.co.uk Bolton Children’s Opportunity Group (COG) Bolton Children's Opportunity Group (COG) is a local registered charity whose initial aim was to provide a stepping stone between home and playgroup or nursery for under 5's with disabilities and/or special educational needs. Over the years COG has become a leader in the field of inclusive provision for the under 5's. Lowndes Street Nursery, BL1 4QB (01204) 491085 info@boltoncog.co.uk Day trippers A parent and carer led group offering days out, activities and support to pre-school and school aged children with disabilities/special needs, along with their families and carers. Daytrippers, Bolton 07742693157 daytrippers.bolton@hotmail.co.uk Henshaws (society for the blind) We offer support to people with visual impairments and their families and carers. We aim to reduce isolation by offering a befriending Service, various social groups, trips and a sign posting service. The Sensory Centre, BL1 4AL 01204 337896 justine.watson@bsbp.org.uk Kids2gether Kidz2gether provides clubs and activities for children and young people, between the ages 0-25yrs and their families, who have (or are going through) a diagnosis of A.S.D. or social/communication disorders. Activities include football, swimming, Horwich Resource Centre, Bl67bg 01204 669821 info@kidz2gether.org.uk Bolton Deaf Society We are a not for profit charity, specifically providing a service to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing in the Bolton and Greater Manchester areas. Our services include a monthly audiology clinic which is on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 9.30 to 12 noon. Bolton Deaf Society, BL1 2AX 01204 521219 info@boltondeafsociety.co.uk Bolton Carers Support If you look after a family member or friend who needs support due to age, illness or disability, Bolton Carers Support can help. We provide a Carers Helpline, a free newsletter, factsheets, benefits advice, information and advice appointments, courses and workshops on a range of topics and also offer short breaks. Please contact us for a free Carers Information Pack. Bolton Carers Support is a registered charity with over 20 years experience of supporting people who are caring for family members. Bolton Carers Thicketford House, BL2 2LW (01204) 363056 bev@boltoncarersupport.co.uk Health and well-being Learning Disability Service Paediatric Our team has specialist knowledge, skills and training relating to children with learning disabilities and additional needs. We work in partnership with parents, carers and other agencies to assess health related difficulties. Pikes Lane Centre, BL3 5HP 01204 463660 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service CAMHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service CAMHS stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. We are a service offering help for children and young people, usually between the ages of five and 18 who live in Bolton. Royal Bolton Hospital, BL4 0JR 01204 483222 Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Service The Speech and Language Therapy Service will assess, diagnose and develop an individualised program of care to maximize the communication potential of the children and young people referred to them and under their care. The work involves direct contact with children and young people with communication difficulties as well as their carers and other key people in their lives. Therapists also support children and young people with swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. Pediatric Speech and Language Therapy Service, BL2 6NT (01204) 462670 communitytherapyadmin@boltonft.nhs.uk Waters Meeting Primary Medical Services Specialism and services: -Services for everyone 95 Waters Meeting Road, Bolton, BL1 8TT 01204546124 Health Visitors Health Visitors are specially trained nurses and midwives who train for an extra year to become experts in public and community health. Health visitors are key public health professionals, their role is about prevention, helping children and families. The Pikes Lane Centre, BL3 5HP 01204 463718 Jubilee Sensory Rooms Sensory Room purpose built spacious sensory and relaxation room. Features include: 6ft illuminated bubble tube with mirrored surround, multi themed projector, rotating mirror ball, tactile fiber optic strands, pulsating rope light and commissioned space themed UV art work. Jubilee Swimming Pool, Tennyson Street, BL1 3DX 01204 337808 Nutrition and Dietetic Service Paediatric The children’s dietetic service is a small friendly team who offer high quality individual and group interventions. We support children and young people who have nutritional problems such as food allergy, nutritional deficiencies and concerns. Paediatric Nutrition and Dietetic Service, BL2 6NT 01204 462670 Occupational Therapy – Paediatric We provide an occupational therapy service to children from birth to 18 years of age. This includes assessment, advice, therapeutic programmes and specialist equipment. We work together with children, parents, carers and other professionals. Breightmet Health Centre, Breightmet Fold Lane, Bolton, BL2 6NT Tel: 01204 462670 Community Paediatricians Children’s Community paediatricians are specialist children’s doctors who see children mostly in community based settings, out of hospital. We aim to provide high quality, appropriate assessment, treatment and care for children and young people. Community Paediatrics, BL2 6NT 01204 463366 Audiology - Paediatric Our specialised service supports children aged 0 to 19 (if in full-time education) with hearing and balance difficulties and works closely with a number of other services. We provide hearing aid assessments, management of hearing loss and hearing Children's Hearing Assessment Centre Appointments line: 01204 462670 Audiology Office : 01204 463492 or 463493 Firwood High School Stitch-Mi-Lane Harwood Bolton BL2 4HU contact@firwood.bolton.sch.uk 01204 333044 If you require paper copies, free of charge, of any information on this website, please contact the school office Quick Links Contact Us Policies