Gateshead SEND Network Newsletter

Gateshead SEND Network Newsletter

In Gateshead we aim to put children and young people with SEND and their families at the heart of everything we do. With this in mind, the SEND services in Gateshead publish a regular e-newsletter to help you keep up-to-date and informed about the services you can...
Independent Travel Training

Independent Travel Training

Independent Travel Training is about giving young people the skills and confidence to travel safely on public transport, expanding their knowledge of road safety and how to plan journeys.  This usually starts when young people reach Year 8 or 9 in school. ...
Independent Living Options

Independent Living Options

Deciding to move into your own home is a life-changing decision whatever your personal circumstances, but particularly for young people with SEND. This film was co-produced by Gateshead Council’s SEND Involvement Worker and the multi agency Accommodation and...
Healthier Together

Healthier Together

The Healthier Together website is a great place to find accurate and trusted NHS healthcare advice in the North East and North Cumbria. The website provides advice for parents, young people and pregnant women, and clinical resources to support healthcare...

Children and Young People’s Continuing Care

What is continuing care? Some children and young people (up to age 18), may have very complex health needs. These may be the result of: ·    congenital conditions ·    long-term or life-limiting conditions ·    disability...