Around 6% of children starting school have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) – that’s an average of 2 in every classroom. Afasic is the UK charity representing children and young people with speech, language and communication difficulties, working for their inclusion in society and supporting their…

Carlisle Autism GroupContact: Adrienne Gill at: carlisleautismgroup@gmail.com  Cumbria Down's Syndrome Support GroupContact: cardowns@hotmail.co.ukTel: 07949 893 963 Bee Unique - Autism  

West Coast Downs Syndrome Support Group Sharon Watson - 07771967239Email: wellingtonbistro@hotmail.co.uk Autism Support Allerdale and Copeland Shirley Murphy 07984367677Email: sm.asaac@gmail.com Millom Parent and Carers Disability Group Jonathan King - 07895034499 -01229 778130Email: millomking@hotmail.com

Looking for childcare? Want to find free and fun activities for your child? Do you need information and advice about where to turn for family support? Are you looking to start childminding or work in a nursery? Contact Cumbria's friendly team of family information service advisers…

Sibs is a UK charity for siblings who may be finding it hard to cope with a brother or sister who is disabled, has special educational needs or a serious long term condition. Sibs can give information and advice both over the phone and online.…