Below is a list of useful websites with information, support and advice to help parents and carers who have children with special learning needs.
Down Syndrome NSW
Down Syndrome NSW provides support and information to people with Down Syndrome and their families, service providers and the wider community, through a range of activities detailed on its website.
Autism Spectrum Australia
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is committed to helping people on the autism spectrum achieve their potential. Aspect builds confidence and capacity with people on the autism spectrum, their families and their communities.
Infant Child Adolescent Mental Health Service
Infant Child Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS) provides assessment and treatment for children and young people with severe and complex mental health conditions. ICAMHS is a secondary level mental health service and is made up of a specialist multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals who work exclusively with children, adolescents
Disability and inclusion information
Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC) has a page called Disability and Inclusion that provides links and further information on inclusion plan, resources, guidelines, and employment.
Australian Government Department of Human Services
The Australian Government Department of Human Services has information in their Centrelink section about disability-related payments for families of children with a disability.
Disability Services Australia
Disability Services Australia is a not for profit organisation providing essential community support, employment and training services to enhance the lives of people with a disability.
TAD Disability Services
TAD Disability Services changes the lives of people living with a disability by providing personalised technology, equipment and services.
Chromosome Disorder Outreach
Chromosome Disorder Outreach supports parents and families of children born with rare chromosome disorders.