Resources
Useful links
The links below take you to websites that may give more information about your child’s individual needs.
Afasic
Afasic is a charity set up to help children and young people with speech and language difficulties and their families.
BBC Tiny Happy People
BBC Tiny Happy People helps you to develop your child’s communication skills with simple activities and play ideas.
British Stammering Association (BSA)
The British Stammering Association website has information and support on stammering/stuttering, and BSA services and activities for adults and children.
Down’s Syndrome Association (DSA)
The Down’s Syndrome Association website has information and support on all aspects of living with Down’s Syndrome, for all who need it.
I CAN
I CAN is a children’s charity that specifically supports children with communication difficulties.
Makaton
The Makaton website has information on Makaton signing, resources and training.
National Autistic Society (NAS)
The National Autistic Society website offers information about autism and Asperger’s syndrome, and NAS services and activities.
South Tees Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy
The Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy service provides assessment and diagnosis, as well as therapy and care plans.
Talking Point
Talking Point has information and resources for parents of children with communication difficulties and professionals working with them.
The cleft lip and palate association
The cleft lip and palate association works to support, connect, and empower everyone affected by cleft in the UK.
The Communication Trust
The Communication Trust is a campaigning voice for children with speech, language and communication needs.
The Hanen Centre including information about More Than Words
The Hanen Centre is committed to promoting the best possible language, social, and literacy skills in young children.
Words for Life
Words for Life offers a range of activities for parents of babies aged 0 to 6 months, including nursery rhymes and games.
