Here are some local charity workers in the Bristol area who you can contact for advice and support.
Contact a Family
A national charity that offers information and advice, and puts parents of children with disabilites in touch with each other. They have a local contact in Bristol, Bobby Owens.
Tel: 0117 914 0543
Email: bobby.owens@cafamily.org.uk
Website: www.cafamily.org.uk
Cerebra
A charity providing many useful services, including sleep clinics and grants, to children with neurodevelopmental conditons such as autism. Kath Fryer is their regional officer in the Bristol area.
Tel: 0117 905 5020
Email: kathf@cerebra.org.uk
Website: www.cerebra.org.uk
BIBIC
An organisation that helps children with sensory and co-ordination difficulties. Katie Hedger is their community development therapist in Bristol and Gloucester.
Tel: 07899 896 061
Website: www.bibic.org.uk