Children with a disability

Children's Services advise and support children with disabilities to make sure that they can live as independently as possible. We do this whether you are the child concerned or a parent or carer looking after a child who is disabled or has special needs.

Short breaks, activities and respite care for children with a disability

You can have a break from being a carer and your child can enjoy new experiences and make new friends with our short break and respite services. Find out how you could get a break from caring.

Key workers – help for parents of young children with special needs

If your child has complex special needs they probably receive a wide range of treatment and support services. Find out how a key worker can help you coordinate this often busy schedule of appointments.

Children with a hearing impairment

How to get help if you think that your child may have a hearing problem, and support for those that have already been diagnosed.

Children with a visual impairment

Find out where to get help and any specialist equipment you might need.

Autistic spectrum disorder

Where to get help and support, including our newsletter and information pack.

Transition strategy from child to adulthood – Czone

Our strategy for children and young people aged 14 to 25 with special needs and/or a disability, who are moving on from Children's Services to Adult Social Care.

Contact the Children's Disability Service

Please contact us so that we can help you before a situation reaches crisis point. We can visit and assess your needs. You could get help such as care in your home, equipment and adaptations for the home, social work support, and respite care.