Help & Advice Support Groups Norfolk Child Support and Activity Groups Name Description Telephone/Email Website About with Friends Offers a range of activities for a range of ages during the school holidays, weekends and evenings 01263 515230 adminsupport@aboutwithfriends.co.uk Click here Asperger East Anglia Offers personal, friendly support and assistance for everyone with or suspected of having Asperger’s, their families and those who work with them, providing a comprehensive and integrated service 01603 620500 webresponse@asperger.org.uk Click here Break Provides fully supported holidays and respite care for children with learning difficulties, associated challenging behaviour and high level needs 01603 670100 reception@break-charity.org Click here Build Provides social, leisure and learning opportunities to people with sensory, physical or learning disabilities 01603 618029 Click here Eye Opportunity Group A pre-school group and family support group for children with additional needs and others who may be experiencing some difficulties 01379 870975 Click here Football in the community Norwich City’s scheme aims to give children the opportunity to play sport regardless of race, gender or ability for children aged 6-18 years 01603 766566 info@fitc.org.uk Click here Mulbarton Gymnastics Club Various classes for children aged 3-16 years, including those with disabilities. Includes activities to help balance, co-ordination and self-confidence 01508 578547 Click here Hamlet Centre From diagnosis to 29+ years. Provides recreational, educational and social opportunities for children and adults with profound disabilities and complex health needs 01603 766566 admin@thehamletcharity.org.uk Click here Nancy Oldfield Trust Offers disabled and socially disadvantaged people excitement, freedom, adventure and provides wheelchair access on the Norfolk Broads 01692 630572 info@nancyoldfield.org.uk Click here NANSA Nansa runs a variety of clubs and help young people transition to adulthood. They support from 11+ years and can help with activities, hobbies, employment and building confidence Youth- 01603 414109 Adults- 01603 627662 Click here Mancroft Advice Project (MAP) Offers free information, advice and counselling for young people aged 11-25 years 01603 766994 info@map.uk.net Click here Musical Keys Music, movement and fun for children and young people with special needs 01603 766690 info@musicalkeys.co.uk Click here National Autistic Society Arranges various activities for families affected by autism including swimming, gym play sessions, teen group, music and more Click here to contact Click here Norfolk Pre-school Learning Alliance Supports pre-school, early year’s settings and assist parents to understand and provide for the needs of young children. Wide range of training courses, SEN and disability advice offered Click here to contact Click here Norwich FC Community Sports Foundation Supports disadvantaged, disabled and talented people. The Foundation’s vision is to help people achieve their goals by delivering services through football and support. Support adults and children 01603 761122 info@communitysportsfoundation.org.uk Click here Short Breaks Provides breaks for parent’s/carers and children ranging from a few hours, a day to a weekend 0344 8008020 mash@norfolk.gcsx.gov.uk Click here The Kandoo Club Young people aged 8-16 years with disabilities have the chance to have fun, make friends and take part in physical activity. Wide range of sports on offer. Also offers a mini club for younger children 01553 818001 lynnsport@aliveleisure.co.uk Click here West Norfolk Riding for the Disabled Offers activities such as riding and carriage driving to all age groups and, where possible, to people with any disability 01553 810202 magpiecentrewnrda@hotmail.co.uk Click here Adult Support and Activity Groups Asperger East Anglia Offers personal, friendly support and assistance for everyone with or suspected of having Asperger’s, their families and those who work with them, providing a comprehensive and integrated service 01603 620500 webresponse@asperger.org.uk Click here Break Provides fully supported holidays and respite care for children with learning difficulties, associated challenging behaviour and high level needs 01603 670100 reception@break-charity.org Click here Football in the community Norwich City’s scheme aims to give children the opportunity to play sport regardless of race, gender or ability for children aged 6-18 years 01603 766566 info@fitc.org.uk Click here Hamlet Centre From diagnosis to 29+ years. Provides recreational, educational and social opportunities for children and adults with profound disabilities and complex health needs 01603 766566 admin@thehamletcharity.org.uk Click here Mancroft Advice Project (MAP) Offers free information, advice and counselling for young people aged 11-25 years 01603 766994 info@map.uk.net Click here Nancy Oldfield Trust Offers disabled and socially disadvantaged people excitement, freedom, adventure and provides wheelchair access on the Norfolk Broads 01692 630572 info@nancyoldfield.org.uk Click here NANSA Nansa runs a variety of clubs and help young people transition to adulthood. They support from 11+ years and can help with activities, hobbies, employment and building confidence Youth- 01603 414109 Adults- 01603 627662 Click here West Norfolk Riding for the Disabled Offers activities such as riding and carriage driving to all age groups and, where possible, to people with any disability 01553 810202 magpiecentrewnrda@hotmail.co.uk Click here Opening Doors A user led organisation run by people with learning difficulties for people with learning difficulties 01603 631433 admin@openingdoors.org.uk Click here City College Norwich Support service available for students with autism. Access to a purpose built RUGroom; safe haven, social space and inclusive learning environment 01603 773241 supportedlearning@ccn.ac.uk Click here Thalia Theatre Company Thalia is an independent educational ‘arts’ related learning provider for disabled people with physical and sensory impairments and learning difficulties in particular but not exclusively 01603 630805 07986 829894 artisticdirector@thaliatheatre.co.uk Click here UEA Norwich Swimming Club Various swimming classes for people with or without disabilities 01603 463282 Click here Parent and Carer Support AFASIC Supports parents with children who have difficulties talking and understanding language 0300 6669410 Click here Aspect Support group for parents/carers of children with autism. Also arrange events when possible Lindsey Wright- 07467 081390 Click here Cinema Exhibitors Association (CEA) Provides a card for a small fee enabling carers to get free entry to cinemas when accompanying someone with a disability or additional need 0845 1231292 Click here Dereham Children’s Centre Works alongside local families with under 5’s providing information, advice and a wide range of services 01362 692839 Click here Ormiston Families Provides support for families through a variety of programmes including after school groups, family support, individual and group work 01473 724517 Click here BOOM Young Carers Provides activities for young people aged 5-19 years, a chance to meet new people, broaden horizons and raise aspirations 07880 242374 boom@benjaminfoundation.co.uk Click here Parents 4 Parents Provides support for parents/carers of children under 18 years who have or are thought to have autism or an additional need Anne - 07774 033050 Stalham Children’s Centre- 01692 583710