Peer Support and Community Groups

Hampshire Parent Carer Network (HPCN)

A parent-led organisation supporting families of children and young people with SEND across Hampshire. HPCN provides local parent support groups, opportunities to connect with other families, information events and opportunities to influence local services. Hampshire County Council highlights HPCN as an independent parent-led organisation supporting families and carers of children with disabilities and additional needs.

Website: HPCN

Autism Hampshire

Provides information, advice and guidance for autistic people and their families. Autism Hampshire signposts families to local support groups and community networks across Hampshire.

Website: Autism Hampshire

Hampshire Parent Carer Network (HPCN)

A parent-led organisation supporting families of children and young people with SEND across Hampshire. HPCN provides local parent support groups, opportunities to connect with other families, information events and opportunities to influence local services. Hampshire County Council highlights HPCN as an independent parent-led organisation supporting families and carers of children with disabilities and additional needs.

Website: HPCN

Autism Hampshire

Provides information, advice and guidance for autistic people and their families. Autism Hampshire signposts families to local support groups and community networks across Hampshire.

Website: Autism Hampshire

South Hampshire National Autistic Society

Offers a range of support and social opportunities for autistic children, young people, adults and their families, including support groups, youth clubs, friendship groups, partner support groups and family activities.

Website: South Hampshire NAS

Re:Minds

A parent-led charity supporting families of children with autism, ADHD and mental health needs through support groups, information and peer support.

Website: Re:Minds

South Hampshire National Autistic Society

Offers a range of support and social opportunities for autistic children, young people, adults and their families, including support groups, youth clubs, friendship groups, partner support groups and family activities.

Website: South Hampshire NAS

Re:Minds

A parent-led charity supporting families of children with autism, ADHD and mental health needs through support groups, information and peer support.

Website: Re:Minds

BRAAIN (Be Ready ADHD ASD Information Network)

A parent-led charity supporting families affected by ADHD and autism. BRAAIN offers information, peer support and community networking opportunities for parents and carers.

Website: BRAAIN

The Zone

The Zone is a Hampshire-based charity that supports children and young people with additional needs and disabilities, along with their families. They offer activities, support, information and opportunities for families to connect with others who understand their experiences.

Website: The Zone

BRAAIN (Be Ready ADHD ASD Information Network)

A parent-led charity supporting families affected by ADHD and autism. BRAAIN offers information, peer support and community networking opportunities for parents and carers.

Website: BRAAIN

The Zone

The Zone is a Hampshire-based charity that supports children and young people with additional needs and disabilities, along with their families. They offer activities, support, information and opportunities for families to connect with others who understand their experiences.

Website: The Zone

Parent Spark

A developing Hampshire-based parent support community offering opportunities for parents to connect, share experiences and access peer support.

Facebook: Parent Spark

Koala Community Hub (Andover)

Offers parent support, community activities, workshops and opportunities for families to connect locally.

Website: Koala Community Hub

Parent Spark

A developing Hampshire-based parent support community offering opportunities for parents to connect, share experiences and access peer support.

Facebook: Parent Spark

Koala Community Hub (Andover)

Offers parent support, community activities, workshops and opportunities for families to connect locally.

Website: Koala Community Hub

UniDA

A Hampshire charity that supports neurodivergent children, young people and their families through activities, support and community connections.

Facebook: UniDA

Marvels and Meltdowns

Marvels and Meltdowns is a parent-led charity supporting families of autistic children and young people. They offer information, peer support, events and opportunities for families to meet others facing similar challenges.

Website: Marvels & Meltdowns

UniDA

A Hampshire charity that supports neurodivergent children, young people and their families through activities, support and community connections.

Facebook: UniDA

Marvels and Meltdowns

Marvels and Meltdowns is a parent-led charity supporting families of autistic children and young people. They offer information, peer support, events and opportunities for families to meet others facing similar challenges.

Website: Marvels & Meltdowns

SCARF (Supporting Special Children and their Relatives and Friends)

Supports families in the New Forest caring for children with disabilities and additional needs.

Facebook: SCARF

Youth and Families Matter

Supportive network for parents and carers. Find support and understanding. Find advice. Learn about support available. Specialist activities.

Website: Youth and Families Matter

SWANs (Support With Additional Needs) group

Run by Family Matters, this group provides an aid to parents and children, enabling both to realise their full potential.

Website: Family Matters SWAN