Learning Disability Matters

Learning Disability Matters

Useful Websites

The Learning Disabilities Matters web app is primarily for parents and carers of children and young people who have been identified as having a learning disability, or who have concerns that their child or young person MIGHT have a learning disability. It offers...
You Said, We Did

You Said, We Did

Your Views

Gateshead SEND Local Offer Website You told us that the former Local Offer website was cold and bland and needed more accessible information. We redesigned the website so that it is now more welcoming and easier to use. We are continually updating the website with...
Young People’s Participation

Young People’s Participation

Preparing for Adulthood, Your Views

Here at Gateshead Council we want Children and Young People:• To have their voices heard• To have their views taken seriously• To have a say in how services are run• To know that they have rights in line with Article 12 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights...
Advocacy

Advocacy

Preparing for Adulthood, Your Views

Sometimes it’s hard to express how you feel or to feel confident enough to talk to people about your concerns. This is where someone called an advocate can step in and help you. An advocate is a person who works for you and is trained to support you to get your...