Chelmsford Child Support and Activity Groups Name Description Website Barrow Farm riding Group A specially equipped riding centre providing the opportunity for people with special needs and disabilities to ride Click here Chelmsford MENCAP Gateway Juniors Weekly group held for young adults 16 - 25 with a variety of activities Click here Chelmsford Swimming Club Swimming sessions and clubs in Chelmsford Click here Chelmsford YMCA Various youth groups including a young carers group for 7-17-year-olds Click here InterAct Provides a wide range of social activities to young people aged 10-18 years with learning disabilities and additional needs Click here Families in Focus Provide holistic support for families of children with disabilities and additional needs. They also run various support and activity groups, including for siblings Click here Springfield Gym Club Offers gymnastics sessions for children with special needs Click here Essex Local Offer Gives details of all services available in Chelmsford to young people with SEN aged 0-25 Click here Adult Support and Activity Groups SAFE Social group for adults with Asperger’s to meet informally and form friendships Click here Chelmsford MENCAP Helps children and adults with special needs and disabilities. Various support available including family, personal and residential Click here Together Club Fortnightly evening activities run by InterAct for young adults age 18-25 to develop friendships, and increase their skills and independence Click here Essex Local Offer Gives details of all services available in Chelmsford to young people with SEN aged 0-25 Click here Parent and Carer Support Carers UK Gives expert advice, information and support to carers Click here Essex Respite Association Provides help for carers who care for people aged 18-70 and would like planned respite Click here Parent’s Aid Aims to help families stay together and achieve independence from state intervention by providing a range of services that assist and support parents who need help to overcome difficulties Click here Essex Local Offer Gives details of all services available in Chelmsford for parents / carers of children and young people with SEN aged 0-25 Click here