Changes to Autism and ADHD support FAQs
Last week we hosted an online Information Sharing event where we heard from Sirona Care and Health about changes to Autism and ADHD support in South Glos for children. Some really important questions were raised and it was a great turnout from our parent and associates communities
Sirona have produced a FAQ document in response to your questions
If you couldn't join us on the night Sirona have also provided a video presentation of the information. The video forms part of their resource webpage about the changes: Support for children and young people with neurodivergent needs – Children and Young People’s Services
Signposting and Information:
Here are some links that may be of help while you consider your options
Find out more about the Right to Choose: Right to Choose Fact Sheet
Find out more about the Healios Needs-Led Support Pathway: Healios Needs-Led Support Pathway
Find out more about the process for the Neurodivergent Needs Analysis: Neurodivergent Needs Analysis
If you have any questions for Sirona Care and Health about the changes to Autism and ADHD support, email sirona.nd-queries@nhs.net
A reminder that if you would like to remain on the Sirona Waiting List, you must email to confirm this before the 30th September. Details of how to do this can be found in your letter.
General SEND Support and Information:
South Glos SEND Local Offer: South Glos LIFE | SEND Local Offer
SEND and You (SAY): Home - SEND and You
Don't forget, you can find information in SGPC's signposting booklet shared before the summer holidays: Important Changes to Autism and ADHD Waiting Lists – Information for Families
Support from SGPC
As parent carers ourselves we know how changes to services can impact families, and we're here for you however you are feeling about the journey ahead:
Drop in Support is available at our Community Base in Kingswood 10am-1.30pm every Tuesday during term time. Our friendly Peer Support Team are ready to welcome you in a relaxed environment for a chance to talk. There is no need to book, just turn up when you're ready https://sgpc.org.uk/our-community-base
Reach out on our Online Support email address, where you can chat with our Peer Support Team who are all parent carers themselves. They are here to help https://sgpc.org.uk/online-support
See if we’re visiting your child’s school soon. Our friendly Peer Support Team will be visiting primary, secondary and specialist schools across south Glos. https://sgpc.org.uk/school-visits
Your voices are important and we'll work to make sure they are heard as we navigate these changes together
Our confidential listening form is here, and always available at a time that suits you. If there is something you'd like us to hear about the services you are using - what's working, what could be better, let us know.
September 2026