Care, support and money matters

Social care support for children with disabilities

The Children with Disabilities Social Work Team provide services designed to meet the needs of children and young people who have complex disabilities.

Money matters and benefits

Here you can find information about benefits and allowances, direct payments and personal budgets.

Support groups for parents and carers

Information, support and online groups which have been recommended to Worcestershire County Council as ones which other parents and carers have found useful.

Carers

If you look after someone or are a carer we can provide you with guidance and support.

Short break groups and activities

There are lots of groups and activities open to any child or young person who has a special educational need and/or disability.

Early Help Family Support

Early Help means providing help and support to a child, young person or their family.

SEND Information, Advice and Support Service

SENDIASS have a dedicated team of advisors offering legally-based and easily accessible information and advice about special educational needs and disabilities.

Short breaks

Short breaks come in all shapes and sizes and give the families of children and young people with disabilities a break from their caring responsibilities.

Social care support for young adults with disabilities

The Young Adults team within the All-Age Disability Service work with young adults who have an additional need and/or disability.

Support for young carers and young adult carers

Information and advice for young carers aged 6 to 25 who are caring or helping to look after a family member, partner or friend.

Training for parents and carers

Here you will find information on specialist training opportunities which may be available for parents and carers.

Activities and events open to all

Activities and events open to all ages and abilities.