Type of service: Play and leisure, Family support and information services, Local groups

Service URL: http://www.scill-aberdeenshire.org.uk

A group of parents and professionals who share a common interest in the difficulties experienced by some children as they develop through their early years and then move through the education system. These difficulties include: dyslexia; dyspraxia; AD(H)D; autistic spectrum disorders; speech and language disorders; visual and auditory disorders; general learning difficulties; and physical/coordination difficulties. The group is a registered charity and provides: evening meetings for parents; presentations/workshops for parents and professionals; large library of resources such as books and audiobooks available to borrow; and contact with other like-minded parents for mutual support. They also host activity sessions for children such as swimming or dance lessons. For more information see our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/ScillSupportingChildrenInLearningForLife

Aimed at: Adolescent , Adult , Child , Parent/carer of a child, Professional, Young person

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour, Learning disability