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The documents are available to download in PDF format from this page. Alternatively, please contact us on on 0114 266 9476 or sign@sheffinfolink.org.uk and we will post the relevant information.
Information Pack Contents
Benefits (381kb)
This section looks at the benefits available and how to apply for them. It also provides other useful information which should help you get through the benefits maze.
Early Years Support (274kb)
This sheet outlines the range of services that parents of children with special educational needs families may come into contact with in Sheffield.
Early Education (274kb)
Parents of children with special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities have on offer to them a range of early education and childcare options to help them to select a provision that suits the needs of their child and family.
CYPD (159kb)
The Children's and Young People's Directorate (CYPD) has been formed by bringing together the Sheffield's Education Service and Sheffield Social Services for children and young people with some elements of Health services. The new Directorate works closely with the voluntary and community sector. These services have been brought together in one single directorate to ensure that the city achieves for all children the five key outcomes set by the government.
Sheffield INDEX (161kb)
The Sheffield INDEX of Children and Young People with Disabilities, at the Ryegate Children's Centre, is the Child Disability Register for Sheffield.
Getting About (186kb)
Getting from A to B can be a daunting prospect for families with a child with a disability, but there are a range of support services available within the city which can help make life a little easier. There are also some national initiatives, with local providers, which help to support transport needs.
Health Care (394kb)
This section includes information about health services for children with special needs in the city, and about the range of extra support services that are available through the formal health care system.
Education (364kb)
The Children and Young People’s Directorate (CYPD) has a particular role in providing education services for children with special educational needs (SEN). This factsheet provides information on Parent Partnership, SEN assessment and placement services and specialist support services for particular disabilities.
Social Care - currently being updated (May 2009)
There are a number of social care services which support families with children with special needs. SIGN can provide you with information about social care teams, short breaks and Special Need Inclusion Playcare Service (SNIPS). The pack is currently being updated, but contact the SIGN service (0114 266 9476) for the most up-to-date information available.
Leisure (133kb)
How to find out more about leisure opportunities for children who need support in accessing leisure clubs and 
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