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First Steps: Parenting a child with Autistic Spectrum Conditions

Created On: 02/08/2020

Autism Bedfordshire host a relaxed workshop for parents/carers of children who are undiagnosed, newly diagnosed or going through the diagnostic process. This sessions will consist of a 60 minute talk on Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), for newly diagnosed families, followed by an opportunity to meet other parents and…

Free helpline from contact charity for families with disabled children

Created On: 01/09/2019
9.30am-5pm Monday to Friday

we run a free helpline for parents and carers who want to talk through their issues with one of our expert advisers. Who is our helpline for? Our helpline is for parents and carers in any part of the UK with a disabled child aged…

FREE Start-Rite tool to measure Children/Young People feet for new shoes

Created On: 01/04/2020

ree and easy to use Download our free paper measuring gauge and follow the simple step-by-step instructions included with it to measure your child’s feet at home. Don’t forget to check your printer settings are marked as ‘Do not Scale’ - if not the gauge…

FREE Sunflower lanyard for people with hidden disabilities and Face covering exempt cards

Created On: 31/07/2019

Bedford Borough Council has teamed up with Cambridgeshire Community Health Services NHS Trust, The Harpur Centre, Love Bedford (Bedford BID), Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum and Access Bedford to support a project to help people in the Borough feel more confident when going into the…

George Beal House Short Breaks Service - Transitions Guide

Created On: 03/07/2019

Introduction: It is a big change moving from children’s services to adult’s, but it is also a very exciting time when young adults can make new friends, widen their social opportunities and broaden and develop new independence skills. This transition can be scary but there…

Williamson RoadKempstonBedfordMK42 7HL

Going into hospital for a person with learning disabilities

Created On: 31/03/2020

Going into hospital can be a worrying time for anyone. But it can be particularly worrying and stressful for someone with a learning disability. If you or the person you care for needs help or advice while in hospital, ask a member of staff or…

Healthwatch Bedford Borough

Created On: 02/07/2019
08:30 – 15:30 Monday to Friday.

Healthwatch is the independent consumer champion created to gather and represent the views of the public. It plays a vital role at both a local and national level to make sure that your experiences of health and social care are taken into account by service…

21-23Gadsby StreetBedfordMK40 3HP

Hear2Listen

Created On: 29/02/2020
Open Monday to Friday from 9am until 6pm

Hear2Listen is a regional, non-profit organisation providing a range of professional services designed to increase the emotional wellbeing of young people, supporting them in overcoming barriers that prevent living healthy and fulfilling lives. We are the largest provider of the Bedfordshire National Citizen Service (NCS),…

Lower East Wing OfficesOld Warden ParkBiggleswadeBedfordshireSG18 9EA

HELPLINE - Scope helpline for impartial advice and support on issues that matter to disabled people and their families.

Created On: 31/10/2019
Monday to Saturday: 8am to 8pm Sunday: 10am to 6pm and most bank holidays

Scope's helpline provides free, independent and impartial advice and support on issues that matter to disabled people and their families. Our information officers can answer questions and talk you through a wide range of topics connected with disability, including: Benefits Finance Social care Work Equipment…

Hft's Family Carer Support Service

Created On: 01/06/2021
9.30am – 4.00pm, Monday – Thursday.

Hft’s Family Carer Support Service (FCSS) is a free information and support service for family carers with an autistic relative or a relative with a learning disability. To avail of our service, their relative must be aged 16 years or older and living in England.…

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