Hft Resources web-page; links to information and guidance for family carers
In Control : an independent social enterprise with charitable status; pioneered the concept of self-directed support and developed individual budgets/personal budgets; a conspicuous advocate the self-directed support model
The leading UK charity for people on the autism spectrum (including Asperger syndrome) and their families. Provides information, support and pioneering services, and campaigns for a better world for people with autism.
The Association Of National Specialist Colleges Natspec is the membership association for independent specialist colleges providing further education for young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities; site includes a directory of member colleges; also offers news and information on SEN
Turning Point is a social enterprise focused on improving lives and communities; a major service provider; uses any surplus profit to provide the best services in the right locations for those that need them most -across mental health, learning disability, substance misuse and employment; emphasis on 'individual support' and 'self-directed support'