Bracknell Forest Information Advice and Support Service

21/03/2026

Did you know that today is World Down Syndrome day, please see the attached link for more details:

Did you know that 21st March is World Down Syndrome Day? Learn why this official day exists and what it is about.

09/03/2026

Please see details of the holiday activities and food programme:

The holiday activities and food (HAF) programme is funded by the Department for Education. It is designed to support children eligible for benefits related free school meals.

09/03/2026

Please see the attached link to our website which provides information about the white paper and how to respond to the consultation:

Free, confidential SEND advice for children, young people to 25, parents & carers. Impartial support to help you understand rights & options.

26/02/2026

Do you have a child with autism with eating difficulties, if so, please see the attached link:

Our guidance aims to help you address common eating difficulties for autistic people.

24/02/2026

Did you know about the Youth Employment Hub - please see the attached link for more details:

The Youth Employment Hub is a free service to support young people who are looking for work, training or direction.

23/02/2026

The government has set out their proposals to reform the SEND system. The current legal framework remains in place until the law has been changed. Please see the attached link for more detail:

A series of documents setting out the key information and proposed reforms in the schools white paper and SEND consultation document for parents and those working in the sector.

23/02/2026

Did you know about Listening Ear? They offer 1-1 telephone appointments for parent carers looking for emotional support. Please see the attached link for more details:

We offer 1-1 telephone appointments with a family support adviser for parent carers looking for reassurance and support.

20/02/2026

Have you heard of Cash for Kids? They are a grant giving charity helping children that need it most across the UK. Please see the attached link for more details:

Cash for Kids works to improve the lives of children affected by poverty, illness, neglect or who have additional needs.

16/02/2026

Have you heard of the Family Holiday Charity? They aim to help families get time away together, often for the first time. Please see more details on the attached link:

We help families get time away together, often for the first time ever.

11/02/2026

Have you heard of Breakthrough supported employment? They aim to help people with an autism diagnosis or a learning disability get a job. They support people to learn new skills, get a job and achieve their full potential. Please see the attached link for more details:

Supported employment is about helping people with a learning disability or autism. Breakthrough is a supported employment service in Bracknell Forest.

10/02/2026

Did you know about the Enquiries, Advice and Support Line for Occupational Therapy? The phone lines are open from 9am-3.30pm on a Tuesday and Thursday: 0118 9043700. If you require additional support to make a phone call, please email: cypittriage2@berkshire.nhs.uk

09/02/2026

Did you know about Elevate Me - they provide careers guidance in schools to years 9, 10 and 11 pupils who are at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training). Elevate also offer careers guidance to young people who are NEET and aged 16-18, or up until reaching the age of 25 as a care leaver or with an EHCP. Please see the attached link for more details:

Elevate Me is the place for 13-24 year olds in Bracknell Forest, Berkshire to get advice and support on employment, mentoring, volunteering and work experience. Develop your employment skills today.