PARENTS - RESOURCES
Afasic provides some useful resources for parents including:
Publications for parents
We have a variety of publications which parents may find useful especially the Handy Hints sheets - available as a free download in Welsh and English.
You may also be interested in the
recently published 'Watch Your Language!' Parent Pack (available from Afasic England).
Afasic UK Parents Helpline - 0845 3 55 55 77
The Helpline is open from Monday to Friday 10.30am to 2.30pm. The Helpline
provides information to parents, and others, about how to access appropriate support for children with speech and language impairments. Speak to one of our experienced team today about SLI issues including:
- the diagnosis and implications of speech and language impairments
- speech and language therapy
- schools’ role in supporting children with speech and language impairments
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statements, annual reviews and the role of the LEA
- other professionals who might be involved
- choosing a school for a child with speech and language impairments
- state benefits
Contacting the Helpline
You can contact the Helpline in any of the following ways:
By phone: This is the most immediate way of getting in touch, and a conversation often makes it easier to pinpoint precisely what help is needed.
By email: Please use this if you cannot ring us during Helpline opening hours, or if you have a very straightforward query. You can contact the Helpline on our email enquiry form.
Parents Message Board
The Parents Message Board is ideal for parents who want to share their stories and give support to other parents. It is quick and easy to sign up and welcomes new members.