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Daisy Chain Project | Helping children and families affected by autism

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Daisy Chain is a unique charity which addresses the needs of autistic children and adults spectrum and their families. We provide a range of service and support.

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We have four departments:

Tier 3.5 - The first ever in the country that supports young people that fall between the gaps of the current system, to prevent wrongful hospitalisation and wrongful criminalisation as a result of unmet or unidentified need.

Outreach & Intervention - Wraparound support for families that have children with SEND and/or SEMH needs. Support with identifying and meeting needs, upskilling the professional network and linking services together to support parents and carers in navigating what is quite a complex system.

FICS (Families in Crisis Support) - We allocate either a mentor (or more than one) to a family as well as a Family wraparound co-ordinator that can signpost to other agencies and carry out Early Help Assessments. This includes support with and for services, attending appointments and/or meetings with or on behalf of the family, support in the home, liaising with housing, schools and supplying items where needed. The Great Minds model by its own definition is a multiagency, working together model. It holistically assesses, evaluates and then implements a bespoke, hands on model of support for families, schools and services in order to ensure better outcomes for children and young people with SEND and/or SEMH needs whilst also identifying other creative, successful and positive models and sharing this good practice with others.

Psychology and Evidence based research - All of the support we provide is delivered as a result of evidence based practice and bespoke to the needs of every individual. The team is led by our Clinical Psychologist and her Assistant Psychologist who ensure effective gathering of data, progress reports and behavioural analysis to inform our interventions.

As an organisation we pride ourselves on building relationships and sharing good practice, as well as providing opportunities for the parents and carers that we work with. Communication is the most important part of what we do, and the unique and trusted relationships we have with families means we are able to identify worries that can often go undetected by other services. By working together with others, we can ensure there is wide awareness of what is available in the local community to support families in an effective way. The programme adds value to the significant number schools, other community groups and organisations we work with, as well as the young people, support also extends to the family meaning there is a true whole SEND approach for everyone involved.

We have a large focus on social, emotional wellbeing and life skills. Interventions focused on self-confidence to promote aspirations and vocational opportunities for all members of the family. We provide a OPTIONS programme (Opportunities, Pathways & Training Inclusive Of Neurodiversity & SEND) which offers CPD certifications, work-based learning and Growth Mindset to increase opportunities and employability for young people pre- and post-16.

In addition, the programme benefits other members of the local community, as we help to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour in the area by early intervention and support for young people at risk of exploitation. Also, it will provide an increase in awareness for professionals on understanding the need behind the behaviours and what should be implemented to support young people that may have experienced trauma or have an unidentified or unmet need. This in turn will help professionals continue their professional development and build positive relationships with the young people and their families, as the family wraparound co-ordinator implements a strength based, solution focussed approach to harness the strengths of each individual. We would like to employ our own educational psychologist to support with this and upskill education and support staff.

Our Non-Executive board of Directors is made up of 16 very knowledgeable members, 100% of which have lived experience of the challenges our organisation is addressing, both in personal and professionals capacities, and as such are able to support our organisation with an informed perspective. We also have an amazing board of young people who inform how we should deliver our support, all of whom also have lived experience.

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We have four departments: Tier 3.5 - The first ever in the country that supports young people that fall between the gaps of the current system, to prevent wrongful hospitalisation and wrongful criminalisation as a result of unmet or unidentified need. Outreach & Intervention - Wraparound support for families that have children with SEND and/or SEMH needs.

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services

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Autism Parents Together Tees Valley is a charity that provides support for families of children on the autism spectrum

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Specialist lessons - Oak National Academy

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Free online specialist lessons for home learning for students covering all UK school years

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YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People

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YoungMinds are a mental health charity for children, young people and their parents, making sure all young people can get the mental health support they need.

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SEND Support for the 4 areas of need.

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Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust

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SEN Resource Source | Downloadable resources for SEN support

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At SEN Resource Source we provide downloadable and printable resources for use in primary schools with particular focus on supporting children with special educational needs including social, emotional, mental health issues, autism, nurture and behaviour.

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The Local Offer provides information to parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities, aged 0 – 25, to help them to understand what services and support, they and their families can expect from a range of local agencies within the local authority.

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SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) resources, activities and support to help parents support their family.

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The SEND Portal is a secure online gateway provided by Stockton Borough Council that enables parents/carers to self-register (you will need an email address for this) and then provide information to the Local Authority (in relation to SEN) about their child.
What can you do via the Portal?

Request an assessment

Submit requests for advice/reports

Check the current status and track progress of an EHCP assessment

View copies of the EHC Plan

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Daisy Chain helping you during the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.

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Alliance

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Apps

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A meditation app that acts as a personal guide to health and happiness

An online cognitive behaviour therapy program for depression and anxiety

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A free app designed to help teens and young adults cope with anxiety.

Helps build resilience - the ability to stay strong, motivated and optimistic even in the face of difficult obstacles

Turns the latest innovations in the science of happiness into activities and games that help you lead a more fulfilling life.

A meditation program developed by psychologists and educators to help bring mindfulness into your life

Chill Panda helps children better understand their stress and shows them ways to feel better using breathing techniques, yoga, exercise and calming games.

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A meditation app that acts as a personal guide to health and happiness An online cognitive behaviour therapy program for depression and anxiety ​ A free app designed to help teens and young adults cope with anxiety.

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North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

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Occupational therapy - North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

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Our occupational therapy team will help you to do the everyday tasks you’re having difficulty with so you live as independently as possible.

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Spreading hope for autistic children, young people and adults

Founded by an autistic young woman who learned to overcome significant anxiety, we are here to help children, young people and adults through a whole range of challenges that we know from the inside. From toilet anxiety and sensory hypersensitivities, through to going out in public and engaging with other people, we will help you navigate your world every step of the way.

We put the autistic individual at the centre of all our work, carefully and gradually building confidence and breaking down barriers. We use various tools to help with this from early years to adulthood - all things that we have found to be helpful for ourselves - including but not limited to dance exercises, drama games, role play and sensory equipment.

We recognise the important role that parents, carers and other professionals play in helping children and young people to blossom - which is why we work very closely with them, providing tailored support and training from the outset, and maintaining close communication throughout the programme.

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Founded by an autistic young woman who learned to overcome significant anxiety, we are here to help children, young people and adults through a whole range of challenges that we know from the inside. From toilet anxiety and sensory hypersensitivities, through to going out in public and engaging with other people, we will help you navigate your world every step of the way.

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Special Educational Needs and Disabilities 0-25

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Welcome to Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Local Offer where you will find a wide range of information for families of children and young people with SEND.

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The Maths Factor : Homepage - make Carol Vorderman your child’s online maths tutor

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Unlock your child’s maths confidence with Carol Vorderman’s maths site for 4-11 year olds. Kids can watch her maths videos, play games practise and even make their own medals with the 30 Day Challenge!

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The first time you use the Professional Portal you will need to register using a work based e-mail address. All schools are recommended to use a generic team e-mail account to register as a portal user. Information entered on the portal is not shared across portal accounts until it has been submitte…

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Websites

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Beat is a website dedicated to Eating Disorders.

An online learning and advice resource for anyone interested in, or concerned about, the mental health of children and teenagers.

A counselling service for children and young people up to their 19th birthday in the UK provided by the NSPCC

Parenting and family support

The ACAMH website has extensive information about youth mental health topics as well as resources for professionals working with young people and families

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​ Beat is a website dedicated to Eating Disorders. An online learning and advice resource for anyone interested in, or concerned about, the mental health of children and teenagers.

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Easy, actionable, and functional Occupational Therapy activities and interventions. OT resources and information to help kids thrive.

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The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

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Hear posts, chat messages, and assignments read aloud using Immersive Reader in Microsoft Teams for Education. Immersive Reader also includes grammar tools such as Parts of Speech and Picture Dictionary.

Launch Immersive Reader from a message

1. Hover over a message with your cursor or tap with your finger on a touch screen device.

2. Select More options , and then Immersive Reader .

Immersive Reader will launch as a full-screen experience.

Launch Immersive Reader from an assignment

If you're a student, open an assignment and select Immersive Reader .

If you're an educator, open an assignment and select Student view, then Immersive Reader .

Immersive Reader will launch as a full-screen experience.

Immersive Reader features

You can do one or more of the following in Immersive Reader, depending on how you'd like to focus on the message or assignment text.

Select Play to hear your document read aloud and to see the text highlighted simultaneously. The narrator starts reading from the top of your page by default, unless you have selected a word, in which case it will start reading from the selected word. Select Pause to stop narration.

Select Voice Options on the top right of the document to change the speed of narration.

Text Options

You can change the appearance of your document by using Text Options. Text options can help you focus on your content and remove visual distraction.

Set Text Size, Spacing, Font, and Themes that suit your learning needs. You can increase or decrease text size and the amount of spacing between letters and words. The Theme color you select becomes the background color of the document.

Switch on Show Source Formatting to retain formatting from the original text, such as bolding or underlining.

Parts of Speech in Grammar Options

Select one or more of the following options:

Reading Preferences

Line Focus enables readers to narrow the focus of their reading experience by highlighting sets of one, three, or five lines within their chosen material in Immersive Reader. Use the toggle to turn it on or off.

Select Close to exit Immersive Reader.

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Learn how to read messages and assignments using Immersive Reader in Microsoft Teams for Education.

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Videos

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These are videos that we have found useful working with young people and families as well as videos they have suggested to us.

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Advice, learning activities & recommended toys, books & resources for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

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Downloads

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Special Needs Jungle provides parent-centred information, news, special needs resources and informed opinion about SEND - Special education needs and disability, Education, Health and Care Plans, children's physical and mental health including rare disease and SEN politics

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Welcome!

ChatterPack is a voluntary-run, online special educational needs and disabilities hub
We work hard to support families, schools, and other professionals through our free resources, and by sharing accurate, practical, respectful, advice and information

Supporting pupils with speech Language and Communication needs

Free information and resources to help identify and support pupils with SLCN in EYFS, primary, and secondary, and how this can help improve academic, social, and behavioural outcomes
Join us at @ChatterPackUK to win FREE SLCN resources for your setting

Download here

ADHD and Me

A guide for children and young people to help them understand what ADHD means to them as a unique individual. Also includes advice and tips for adults.
NOW AVAILABLE AS A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD

VIEW THE BOOK

Simple, positive behaviour support. Plus improving motivation in structured tasks

Positive, proactive, simple tips to help adults better understand the causes of children's behaviour, how to help children manage their reactions, and how to adapt support for individuals. This also a resource to help motivate children to complete learning tasks.

VIEW RESOURCE

Skills/child-led home learning curriculum for young people struggling to engage with work at home

This interactive digital download includes simple examples and suggestions for schools and families. It is based on using an individual approach that encourages engagement and helps to develop skills. (free for families)

VIEW RESOURCE

Transition passport Providing individualised support during school transitions

For young people with additional needs and those who struggle with anxiety. A simple method of recording individual needs and methods to support children and young people

VIEW RESOURCE

Free resources

Our professionally designed, engaging resources include simple, step by step instructions and tips on how to adapt for individual needs

3 lists of free online resources

VIEW the LISTS

Pain rating chart

Free download -A child-centred resource to help children communicate physical pain, or it can be adapted to help children communicate how they feel emotionally

Written by Helen Weston, designed by ChatterPack.

DOWNLOAD HERE

Free PDF download offering advice and support for families to help reduce anxiety

Written by Professor Amanda Kirby, CEO DO-IT Solutions. Designed by ChatterPack

DOWNLOAD HERE

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Free resources for special educational needs & disabilities (SEND)

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Welcome! ChatterPack is a voluntary-run, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) hub. We work hard to support families, schools, and other professionals through our free monthly SEND newsletter, our free resources, and through sharing accurate, practical, respectful, advice and information

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Dyslexia and other reading-based learning disabilities are most common among students. NaturalReader text-to-speech makes learning more accessible by assisting with any reading, taking tests and promoting independence.

Students can have any text they need to read, read aloud to them so they can read along. Having the text provided both visually and auditory, allows the student to focus less on the act of reading, and more on the comprehension of the content. Other features like dyslexia font, flexible reading speeds, and highlighted text also ease the task of finishing readings.

For most students, learning does not stop when school ends. NaturalReader EDU enables students to be more independent and assists with learning at home. Whether they're doing homework, reading at home, or just surfing the web, our Chrome Extension and Mobile Application are always available.

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NaturalReader: Free Text to Speech for Online, Mobile App, Commercial license and Education with AI voices.

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Improve Your Spelling, the latest book written by Nessy founder Mike Jones, explains the rules of reading and spelling. It will help teachers teach, and parents to understand how to help their children.

By the end, you'll be a master speller!

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You've found Nessy; World leader in helping children who learn differently. Founded and run by educators and dyslexia specialists, our award-winning programs are guided by the Science of Reading.

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Learn how to touch type with the BBC Dance Mat Typing game. It’s a fun introduction to touch typing game for kids and covers levels 1, 2, 3, 4.

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Site about touch typing technics, here you can download typing tutor, get online typing test and to play in online typing games.

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SEND support for all 4 areas of need:

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Splash! City - Accessible Maths Software for SEN students