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Information from the Scottish Government on benefits, funds and grants including Child Benefit and tax credits.

Childline Counselling service for children and young people in the UK. Phone, talk to a counsellor online, send Childline an email or post on the message boards.

The Clifftop Project provides artistic and dance activities for all in West Dunbartonshire.

Get help, information and advice about your human rights, and find out the ways you can get involved in the work done by the Children and Young People's Commissioner and team.

The only charity in Scotland dedicated to informing, promoting and campaigning on the healthcare needs and rights of all children and young people.

Find fun and engaging activities in your local area to suit all ages and abilities. Some activities have a cost.

Provides funding and support to help people in Scotland with a disability live independently.

Changing attitudes and behaviours so that disabled and vulnerable people can feel safe within their communities. Keep Safe is a network of safe places for anyone who may feel lost, scared or vulnerable when out in the community.

Includes information on a new app 'Keep Safe Kids' which brings together a selection of organisations who provide information and support for issues which may affect young people.

Also includes the I Am Me Learning Platform - an exciting suite of online resources supporting the Health & Wellbeing Experiences and Outcomes for Early Years, Primary & Secondary schools. Developed with, and for, children & young people.

The UK’s leading charity supporting young wheelchair users up to 25 years old provides them with the equipment and skills they need to live life as independently as possible. To enjoy all of the opportunities and activities that so many others take for granted ‐ at home, at school, at work and beyond.

Kindred exists to support parents of children with complex needs.

The charity for families with disabled children. We support families, bring families together and help families take action for others.

Sibs exists to support people who grow up with or have grown up with a disabled brother or sister. We provide information, support and training on sibling issues for adult siblings, young siblings, parents and professionals.

Clydebank Can is a community-based project that aims to bring to life the canal and bandstand area of Three Queen’s Square in Clydebank. It will bring more arts and leisure activities into the area for local people to enjoy, giving everyone in the community more opportunity to take part in events and activities which improve health and wellbeing, and increase social and economic activity in the area.

The website also contains a 'What's On' section with a wealth of information on local events, clubs, activities and more.

Mentally Healthy Schools brings together quality-assured mental health resources, information and advice for primary and secondary schools and further education settings in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Take a Break provides grants to parent carers (unpaid carers and eligible kinship carers) of disabled children and young people, aged 0 to 20, who have complex additional support needs. 

This fund aims to improve unpaid carers’ quality of life, health and wellbeing by providing cash grants to help them access a short break from the day-to-day routine of caring. Take a Break grants can be used flexibly, to help meet the interests and circumstances of the carer.

EPIC is a research programme that takes an individualised ‘tool-kit’ approach to child development. It aims to facilitate optimal learning, behaviour, and wellbeing in children and young people. 

The principles of EPIC apply to all children but are particularly relevant to children with ADHD, ASD, DCD/dyspraxia and those born prematurely.

Our resources can be used outwith taking part in an actual intervention. The booklets in the resources section can be used by parents and teachers to identify a child’s strengths and difficulties and help with understanding of them (‘Understanding’ booklets). The Strategy booklet can be used to practice strategies to optimise thinking skills, learning and well-being.

Cerebral Palsy Scotland is a charity that improves the lives of children and adults with cerebral palsy through specialist therapy, support and information.

Therapy is the key treatment for people with cerebral palsy. We work with children and adults, supporting them to solve physical things they are finding challenging day-to-day, stay active, maintain mobility, live more independently and avoid or reduce pain.

They have a range of therapy programmes for children and adults available right now. Some are available at no cost to the people accessing them. Others are part-funded. They encourage anyone interested to get in touch as there are many different ways they can support children, families and individuals to access services, including through Self-Directed Support. Go to the 'How We Help' page to see more.

Compass is for young people preparing for change, and for parents and carers of young people aged 14-26 who have additional support needs of any kind, including learning disabilities, physical or mental health difficulties, autism, complex or profound disabilities, and experience of care (either as a young carer or a care experienced young person). Compass helps you explore choices and make confident decisions about your future.

Compass also supports parents and carers of young people in Scotland who need help as they make the transition to young adult life.

There is also a version of Compass for professionals and practitioners who are supporting young people and their families through the transition to young adult life.

Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland is Scotland's largest health charity, dedicated to helping individuals with chest, heart, and stroke conditions live life to the fullest. Everyone deserves to thrive after such health challenges, but many people experience fear, isolation, and loneliness, often struggling to cope. They can help.

The charity's nurses, support workers, and volunteers ensure that no one recovers alone. Through their Community Healthcare Support Service, they provide vital support to help people across Scotland lead fulfilling lives despite their health conditions.

Supports include Community Healthcare Support, phone support,supported physical activities, peer support, and advice leaflets. Online learning modules are available for professionals.