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Special schools for children with special educational needs

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South Gloucestershire Council believe that all children and young people (CYP) can be successful and achieve their potential through access to high quality educational provision and support where there is a culture of high aspiration for all learners and a commitment to delivery of highly…

Young people's drug and alcohol support

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The Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service is based within South Gloucestershire. It is a confidential service that provides support for young people, such as : someone to talk to advice and information on reducing harm on-going sessions to explore issues that feel difficult If…

Equipment and adaptations for children with disabilities

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If you are a parent or carer of a disabled child there are types of equipment that can support your child in their day to day life and can help to make your home a safer place to live. Page Contents: Specialist Equipment Equipment for…

Choosing a school for your child with additional needs

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Deciding about your child’s education is an important decision that you have to make. It is even harder to make when your child has special educational needs or a disability (SEND) Page contents: Researching a school Type of school Decided on your school Researching a…

Life-limiting conditions for children and young people

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Sadly, some children and young people have life-limiting conditions, and their families have to come to terms with the emotional and physical challenges that this brings. Gaining the right support is vital to enable families to make the most of every moment they have together.…

How families are supported in South Gloucestershire

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In South Gloucestershire we want to develop a culture where families are able to easily access the information or support they need. This means that they can take advantage of local opportunities, make informed decisions, and solve their own problems. Many different services are responsible…

Sexual health information for adults

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Sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free from coercion, discrimination and violence. For…

Youth centres

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South Gloucestershire Council commissions youth activities through four contractors and their subcontractors: Foundation for Active Community Engagement (FACE) Creative Youth Network Learning Partnership West Diversity Trust. More information on specific youth centres in the area including session times, locations and themes is available on their…

Drugs and alcohol

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If you are regularly using drugs and/or alcohol, it’s important to talk to your GP before making any changes. It could be harmful to your unborn child if you just stop using drugs or alcohol. You will need to come off them under medical supervision,…

Support for caring for someone with physical disabilities

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If you are caring for somebody with a physical disability, it would be helpful for you both to have an assessment of your support needs. To arrange this, please contact the Council’s adult social care team on: Phone: 01454 868007 Email: CSODesk@southglos.gov.uk If you would…

Understanding sensory processing differences

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Sensory processing is the way the nervous system receives messages from our senses and turns them into motor (movement) and behavioural responses. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is when these messages are either not detected, or do not get organised into appropriate responses. This article explains more about sensory processing and sensory processing difficulties. Page contents: What is sensory processing? The eight senses …

Palliative care

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Page contents: What is palliative care? The providers of palliative care and end of life care How to access palliative care and end of life care Local services that are available National organisations Planning ahead for end of life Palliative care for children What is…

Registering a death and support with bereavement

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Experiencing a death of a relative or friend can be a difficult and traumatic time. This article provides information on what you need to do to register a death, and gives details of support that you can access to help you cope with your loss. You can…

Sexual health information for young people

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For information about our specialist sexual health service provider’s opening times visit the Unity Sexual Health website. Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of…

An introduction to children’s social care

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Sometimes a child, young person or their family needs some extra support to keep them well and safe. Families can require different levels of support at different times. This article explains what children’s social care is and how it supports families. Different services are responsible…

Toilet Training and Continence difficulties for children with SEND

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For some children with special educational needs and / or disabilities toilet training may require a little more time, while other children may never achieve complete independence. Whatever the case it is important to ensure every child is treated with dignity and respect. Support for…

Relationships and sexual health information and advice for professionals, parents and carers

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For information about our specialist sexual health service provider's opening times visit the Unity Sexual Health website. Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility…

Who to inform if you are or know a young carer

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What is a young carer? A young carer is anybody under the age of 18 who provides care to someone of any age who is: disabled physically or mentally ill frail or elderly misusing alcohol or other substances Young carers can often be described as…

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