Useful Links

GOV.UK An overview of SEND on the Government's website.

SEND Links to all SEND Government documentation.

SEN Code of Practice for 0 to 25 year olds.

The Engagement Model For teachers to use as an assessment tool for pupils working below the standard of national curriculum tests.

NASEN is the UK’s leading organisation supporting those who work with or care for children and young people with special and additional educational needs and disabilities.

British Institute of Learning Disabilities BILD help develop the organisations who provide services, and the people who give support to those with learning difficulties.

NHS England - information for parents about when a child dies.

NAC Non-Verbal Affective Care NAC's vision is for the emotional and mental health needs of children and adults with severe and profound intellectual disabilities to be recognised and cared for using the latest evidence and neuroscience based practices.

SEN Magazine is an invaluable resource and essential reading for parents/carers and SEND/education professionals. It allows you to keep up to date with SEND issues, read articles by SEND experts, share best practice and develop your skills with the UK’s leading special educational needs magazine.

Special Needs Jungle is a wonderful website that is parent led with information, resources and informed opinion about children and young people with SEN, disabilities, health conditions and rare diseases.

Twinkl a great website for pre-made SEN primary resources.

Sesame Street grief resources.

Sesame Street grief videos

Sesame Street autism resources for parents.

Widgit symbol software and resources.

Good Grief Gifts thoughtful and useful gifts for grieving well.

Pamis Promoting a more inclusive society. Pamis supports people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, PMLD - their families, carers and professionals.

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Therapeutic resources for children and young people

https://cstherapyltd.co.uk/

Death Notification Form - provides a list of organisations that many need to (or wish to) notify

https://suicidebereavementuk.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Final-Notification-Table.pdf

Coping With Death And Grief – The Bereavement Process Explained

https://www.churchill.com/life-insurance/coping-with-death-grief

Disability & Self-esteem

https://www.449recovery.org/low-self-esteem

Understanding Bullying

https://everlastrecovery.com/understanding-bullying/

Mental Illness vs. Autism and Other Developmental Disorders

https://www.arrowpassage.com/mental-illness-vs-autism/

Outfitting Your House for a Child With a Disability

https://blog.hireahelper.com/house-modifications-child-disability/#space-thrive

Coping with death & grief

https://www.churchill.com/life-insurance/magazine/coping-with-death-grief

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Understanding Grief: symptoms, stages & coing

https://www.singlecare.com/blog/understanding-grief-symptoms-stages-and-coping/

Future Learn - psychology & mental health courses to provide learners with vital skillS

https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/teaching-students-trauma

How can disabilities affect oral health?

https://www.newmouth.com/oral-health/effects/developmental-disabilities/

African & Caribbean Mental Health Service

https://www.acmh-services.co.uk

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Websites to help with the transition from childhood to adulthood -

Guide to designing the perfect playroom for children with autism

Home modifications

Vocational training

Autism behind the wheel - learning to drive when you have autism

Disability Awareness & Planning for Accessibility Guide

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Useful links shared by Christy Clawson of WonderMoms - a blog for parents with children with special educational needs.

Transition to Adulthood: Top Home Modifications for Young Adults with Special Needs

https://businesscostsaver.co.uk/support-for-employees/ Support for blind employees and advice for employers

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Shared from Justin Black of www.bereaving.net

Complicated grief: How to find joy again

https://www.aetna.com/health-guide/complicated-grief.html

Coping with Terminal Illness

https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=85&contentid=p07169

The Emotional and Psychological Effects of Cancer

https://www.angieslist.com/articles/emotional-and-psychological-effects-cancer.htm

Helping Yourself Heal When Your Child Dies

https://www.centerforloss.com/2016/12/helping-heal-child-dies/