Get Help
The following organisations provide help and guidance for individuals and carers of people with learning disabilities in the Richmond borough:
Children and young people
,Activity Station https://www.activitystation.org.uk/
Activity Station organises fun and exciting activities for young people and adults with disabilities in the London Borough of Richmond-Upon-Thames and beyond.
ADHD Embrace https://adhdembrace.org/
ADHD Embrace is a charity supporting parents and professionals who live and work with children and young people with ADHD.
Auriga Academy Trust https://www.aurigaacademytrust.org.uk/
The Auriga Academy Trust provides outstanding special needs education provision for the local community.
Beyond Autism https://www.beyondautism.org.uk/
Beyond Autism provides early years, school age and post-19 support for children and parents.
Bright Futures https://www.ruils.co.uk/our-services/children/bright-futures/
Bright Futures provides information, advice and support helping disabled young people aged 16-25 and their families with transitions, whether that be social, health, education or work.
Down’s Syndrome Association https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/
Down’s Syndrome Association provides support from pregnancy. A national organisation, committed to improving the quality of life for people who have Down’s syndrome.
The Lejeune Clinic https://www.lejeuneclinic.com/
The Lejeune Clinic provides specialist therapy for children with Down’s Syndrome, from birth to 18 years old, and their families.
Richmond Mencap https://www.richmondmencap.org.uk/
We can offer advice and signpost to relevant local organisations based on your need, as well as introduce you to the range of fun activities we offer.
RISE https://www.richmond.gov.uk/disability_sports_and_activites
RISE provides a varied programme of activities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
RUILS https://ruils.co.uk/our-services/children/
Ruils provide specialist support with navigating the overwhelming world of education, social lives, behaviour, home support and moving from Children’s to Adult’s services.
Skylarks https://www.skylarks.charity/
Skylarks offer a range of activities for children and young people with additional needs, their siblings, and parent/carers.
TAG Youth Club https://www.tagyouthclub.org/
Tag transforms the lives of children and young people by giving them somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to, serving the communities of Richmond, Kingston and beyond.
Adults
Activity Station https://www.activitystation.org.uk/
Activity Station organises fun and exciting activities for young people and adults with disabilities in the London Borough of Richmond-Upon-Thames and beyond.
Down’s Syndrome Association https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/
Down’s Syndrome Association provides support from pregnancy. A national organisation, committed to improving the quality of life for people who have Down’s syndrome.
Gateway Club https://richmondgatewayclub.org/
A weekly social club for adults with learning disabilities in the Richmond area, providing a range of fun activities.
Richmond Mencap https://www.richmondmencap.org.uk/
We can offer advice and signpost to relevant local organisations based on your need, as well as introduce you to the range of fun activities we offer.
Richmond Aid https://richmondaid.org.uk/
Richmond AID is a charity run by and for disabled people in Richmond and surrounding areas. Offering support to people of all ages with all disabilities, including physical and sensory impairments, mental health issues and learning difficulties.
RUILS https://ruils.co.uk/
Providing information, advice, advocacy, befriending and activities to disabled people and their families across SW London.
The People Hive https://thepeoplehive.org/
The People Hive is committed to creating and supporting real opportunities for people with a learning disability living within the Borough of Richmond and the surrounding areas.
United Response https://www.unitedresponse.org.uk/support-area/richmond-kingston/
Delivers activities and provides support with issues such as housing, advocacy and community support.
Parents and Carers
Down’s Syndrome Association https://www.downs-syndrome.org.uk/
Down’s Syndrome Association provides a listening service for families and carers and provides training for professionals.
The Lejeune Clinic https://www.lejeuneclinic.com/
The Lejeune Clinic provides specialist therapy for children with Down’s Syndrome, from birth to 18 years old, and their families.
Richmond Carers Centre https://www.richmondcarers.org/
Richmond Carers Centre delivers support groups, advice and activities for adult and young carers.
Richmond Mencap https://www.richmondmencap.org.uk/
We can offer advice and signpost to relevant local organisations based on your need, as well as introduce you to the range of fun activities we offer.
Skylarks https://www.skylarks.charity/
Skylarks offer a range of activities for children and young people with additional needs, their siblings, and parent/carers.