There are a number of local support groups. These include:

Downs Syndrome Support Group
This is a local group that offers mutual support, advice and information to parents who have children with Downs Syndrome and other special needs.

Tel: 07952 314706

Access: Direct

Kidz Aware (formerly Special Abilities)
Self help and support group for parents/carers of children with special needs.

Tel: 01924 385977
Fax: 01924 385977
Email: info@kidzaware.co.uk
website: http://www.specialabilities.co.uk/

West Yorkshire ADHD Support Group
West Yorks ADHD support group meets the first Tuesday of every month, in the Blue Room, Postgraduates Medical Centre, Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield.

Mrs Brenda Maw.
Tel: 01924 863212

West Yorks ADHD Support Group
40 Meadowfields Drive
Crofton,
Wakefield,
West Yorks WF4 1JE

Wakefield Support Group for Autism
Provides help, advice and information on any aspect of autism.

Andrea Ryecroft
Tel: 01924 260657
Group Email: support@wsga.co.uk

Or contact:

Wakefield and District Carers Association
Advice, information and support for Carers.

25 King Street
Wakefield
WF1 2SR

Tel: 01924 305544
Fax: 01924 305348

For a full list of local support groups

Ring the Advice Line: 01924 302118

Monday, Thursday & Friday 2.00pm – 4.00pm.