Young People with Disabilities Team

A Social Care team who support young people with SEND and their families.

How it can help

The Young People with Disabilities Team tailor their support to the needs of the family. This may include: 

  • helping parents to find support within their local community 
  • helping young people with the transition into adulthood 
  • providing advice and support to families experiencing difficulties managing their child’s care and behaviour in the home 
  • a personal budget  
  • short breaks for parents and carers at home or in a different setting 
  • short break overnight provision for children and young people with complex care and behavioural needs 
  • community-based short breaks 
  • child protection and adult safeguarding 
  • support for young people in care 

Age

16 to 25

Eligibility

Young people aged 15 to 25 years with SEND who have had a referral.

How to access

A referral following a Child and Family Assessment. Families can request an assessment by calling or visiting the website and completing a Request for Support form. 

A referral can also happen following an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment.

Area(s) covered

Basildon
Braintree
Brentwood
Castle Point
Chelmsford
Colchester
Epping Forest
Harlow
Maldon
Rochford
Tendring
Uttlesford

Cost

Free

Contact

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