Parents Inclusion Network

Telephone: 01387 252683

Contact email:  parentsinclusion@gmail.com

Website:  www.parentsinclusionnetwork.org.uk

Address: 1 Midsteeple, Dumfries, DG1 2BH

Who the service is aimed at:  Children and young people who have a disability, and their parents/carers.

Support provided: The Parents Inclusion Network (PIN) provides support and advice for parents who have a child with a disability. We are able to provide advice and signpost parents to relevant services. We can advocate at meetings if requested. We hold regular coffee mornings for parents so they can meet. We also facilitate events for families during the school holidays. Our aim is to network families so that they can come together and support each other through shared experiences.

Age range: UNDER SCHOOL AGE;PRIMARY SCHOOL AGE;SECONDARY SCHOOL AGE;16-18;

Area covered: All Dumfries and Galloway

Can an individual access the service directly, or do they need to be referred to it by another service – like a school, social worker, health practitioner for example?

Self-referral – individuals can contact the service directly.

How to make a referral: To become a member, parents can simply log on to our website www.parentsinclusionnetwork.org/uk.

Top tips for making a ‘good’ referral (if applicable): N/A

What needs to be in place before a referral is accepted (for example a Child’s Plan)?  Nothing, parents can become members even if their child does not have a formal diagnosis.

Is there a charge/fee for this service?  No

If there is a charge/fee, is there funding available for this? N/A