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Below are links to some other sites we think you may find useful. Please note
that we are not responsible for the content of any external websites.
This list is not
exhaustive; if you know of any other sites that you think should be added, please get in touch.
Information
and Support
KINDRED
Kindred provides advocacy and information on services available to children with additional support
needs and their carers.
OAASIS
A resource for parents & professionals caring for children with Autism / Asperger Syndrome and other learning disabilities.
Number 6
The one stop shop for adults (16+) with High Functioning Autism (HFA) or Asperger Syndrome (AS) who live in the Lothians
National Autistic Society - Scotland
Includes everything from the main website about Autism and Asperger syndrome, and provides information about their
support and services, volunteering, campaigning, lobbying and fundraising activities in Scotland.
Capability Scotland
Capability works with disabled people of all ages and their families and carers throughout Scotland. In addition
to providing a range of modern, flexible services they are also a campaigning organisation, committed to using the influence
we have to ensure disabled people achieve the same human and civil rights as the rest of society.
AFASIC - 'Unlocking Speech and Language'
Across the UK the lives of over 1 million children and young adults are affected by the hidden disabilit of speech,
language and communication impairments. AFASIC is the UK charity established to help these children and young people,
their families and the professionals working with them.
ENABLE Scotland
A dynamic charity run by its members. They campaign for a better life for children and adults with learning disabilities
and support them and their families to live, work and take part in their communities
Scottish Society for Autism
The Society has been supporting people and families in Scotland affected by autism for over 40 years.
Royal National Institute of the Blind, Scotland
RNIB Scotland is the leading charity working with blind and partially sighted people in Scotland
Epilepsy Scotland
Campaign for improved healthcare, better information provision and an end to stigma. In April 2008 Enlighten - Tackling
Epilepsy merged with Epilepsy Scotland.
Down's Syndrome Scotland
Aims to improve the quality of life for everyone in Scotland with Down's Syndrome. If you are looking for
information or help, this site is a good place to start.
Whizz-Kidz
A charity that is all about giving disabled children the chance to lead a more independent life. Our service meets their
individual mobility needs and ensures they get the right mobility equipment, advice and training at the right time.
Health and General Well-being
Sleep Scotland A charity providing support to families of children with additional support needs and severe sleep
problems
Caledonia Youth
Confidential support in both educational and clinical environments, enabling all young people in Scotland to make informed
responsible choices about their personal and sexual relationships.
Education
Jewel and Esk CollegeAt Jewel & Esk College you can study a wide variety of vocational and academic courses at two purpose
built campuses in Edinburgh and Midlothian.
NASENThe leading organisation in the UK which aims to promote the education, training, advancement and development
of all those with special educational needs.
EnquireThe Scottish independent advice and information service for additional support for learning (special
educational needs). It is managed by Children in Scotland and funded by the Scottish Executive.
Lead ScotlandVoluntary organisation set up to support disabled young people and adults and carers to access post-school
education.
Equity in EducationEquity in Education is working to develop sustainable inclusive education structures for all children
in Scotland with additional support needs; irrespective of their disability, race, creed or sex.
Learning
Resources
SEN TeacherProvides cost-free teaching and learning resources for students with additional needs and learning disabilities.
BBC SkillswiseBBC Skillswise enables adults to improve reading, writing and number skills
Starfall
Website aimed at helping to build-up reading skills, with lots of interactive activities.
Do2Learn
Games, songs, communication cards and print resources for use by or with people with special educational needs
CBeebies
Website offering a wealth of games and activities. Learning activities made attractive in part by the
tie in with favourite programmes and characters
The Transporters
The Transporters is a series to watch on DVD, set in a world of imaginary toy vehicle characters who have emotional
experiences and adventures. The series was created especially for children with autism spectrum conditions who find it hard
to recognise causes of emotion and facial expressions of emotion. The accompanying website gives ideas for teachers and parents
from which to develop lesson plans and activities that will reinforce a child's understanding of emotions, their causes
and consequences, and their associated facial expressions. Equal opportunities
"Our job is to promote equality and human rights, and to create a fairer Britain. We
do this by providing advice and guidance, working to implement an effective legislative framework and raising awareness of
your rights" Provides information and guidance on a number of equality issues. Other sites which may be of interest
Youth Music
Youth Music is the Uk's largest children's music charity, set up in 1999 to promote and support music-making opportunities
for children with the least access. Provides a comprehensive range of resources for developing your organisation, as well as information
on topics such as Community Planning, Grants and what's going on in the Edinburgh voluntary sector. A resource for groups and organisations developing their volunteer programmes, with training events,
resource library and general guides. SCVO works to advance the values and shared interests of the voluntary sector in Scotland.
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