About this Support Category
Charities and non-profit organisations can help people access information, support and community-based services. These organisations may support people navigating SEND, autism, ADHD, disability, mental health needs, family stress, diagnosis pathways, school concerns or wider wellbeing needs.
Some charities provide direct services, while others offer information, helplines, campaigns, peer networks, local projects, training, advocacy or signposting to other support.
Support may include:
- SEND, autism, ADHD or disability-related information and support
- Parent, carer, young person or adult support services
- Charity-led advice, guidance or signposting
- Helplines, workshops, events or online resources
- Peer support, community projects or local groups
- Advocacy, awareness, campaigning or rights-based information
If you are looking specifically for peer-led groups, visit Support Groups. If you are looking for local community projects, visit Community Organisations.
When choosing a charity or non-profit organisation, check who the service supports, whether it operates locally or nationally, whether there are fees or eligibility criteria, and whether the information is current.
Related Support Areas
Finding the Right Charity or Non-Profit Support
The right charity or non-profit organisation will depend on location, support needs, age, diagnosis status, family situation and whether you are looking for information, direct support, peer connection, advocacy or practical guidance.
Some organisations focus on autism, ADHD, SEND, disability, mental health, family support, young people, carers or local community needs. Others may provide national information, helplines, downloadable resources, training, events or specialist support services.
This section is most relevant where families or individuals are looking for charity-led or not-for-profit support, rather than private assessment, clinical therapy, tutoring or formal legal advice.
Before contacting a provider, consider whether you need:
- A local, regional or national charity
- SEND, autism, ADHD, disability or family support
- Information, guidance, helplines, events or resources
- Peer support, community activities or practical help
- Advocacy, signposting or rights-based information
- Information about eligibility, access, fees and referral routes
Find Support UK does not provide clinical, legal, financial or emergency advice. Always check provider details directly and consider speaking with a school, GP, health professional, local authority service or appropriate adviser if you need urgent or specialist support.