Parents and carers support

Connexions is an organisation that helps young people aged 13-19 think about and plan for the future.

Young people, who have a physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities, will be eligible for support from Connexions up to the age of 25. Referral to other adult services will be made where appropriate.

Connexions works with other agencies, including schools and social services. This helps to make sure you and your family get the help and support You need.

A Connexions personal adviser can give young people information and advice about things that matter to them, such as:

• staying at school
• going to college
• getting some training
• getting a job
• independent living
• money
• relationships
• housing
• health
• leisure activities.

Young people can see their personal adviser in school or in their local Connexions centre. You are welcome to come along to any meetings as long as the young person agrees.

• About Connexions West and planning for the future (leaflet for parents/carers)

Bath and North East Somerset Council - disability services.
External link: www.bathnes.gov.uk/bathnes

Bristol City Council - disability services.
External link: www.bristol.gov.uk/ccm/navigation/health-and-social-care/disabilities/

Direct Gov - support for parents of disabled children.
External link: www.direct.gov.uk/en/CaringForSomeone/CaringForADisabledChild/DG_10026501

North Somerset Council - disability services.
External link: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/Social+care/Disabilities/

Parentline Plus - parental advice and guidance.
External link: www.parentlineplus.org.uk/
Parentline - 0808 800 2222

South Gloucestershire Council - disability support.
External link: www.southglos.gov.uk/_Editorial/Gateway/IamDisabled.htm