Resources & Support
Resource Hub
A growing collection of guides, tools, and links — created by our team and curated from trusted sources — to support adults with learning disabilities and the people around them.
From us
Created by 21 Young Hearts
Know Your Tenancy Rights
Your landlord has legal duties and you have legal protections. This fact sheet explains what they can and cannot do — and what to do if they break the rules.
Starting a New Job: A Practical Checklist
Everything you need to do before and after your first day — from sorting your tax code to understanding your payslip and probation period.
What Benefits Can I Claim?
A quick-reference fact sheet covering the main benefits available to young people and working-age adults — including Universal Credit, Council Tax Reduction, and more.
Looking After Your Mental Health
Practical steps and local signposting for young people struggling with anxiety, low mood, or stress — including when and how to ask for help.
Managing Money on a Low Income
A practical toolkit with budgeting techniques, tips for reducing bills, and guidance on where to find extra support when money is tight.
Finding Your First Home
From understanding tenancy agreements to knowing what your landlord is responsible for — this guide walks you through renting for the first time.
Local Organisations
Suffolk SEND organisations
A roundup of trusted organisations across Suffolk supporting young people and families with SEND. Use this directory to find specialist services, community groups, and advocacy resources in our area.
Activities Unlimited
Activities Unlimited is part of Suffolk County Council. It gives grants to activity providers around the county, to enable them to put on high quality, inclusive groups, clubs and activities for children and young people with additional needs and disabilities. We believe that children and young people with SEND should have access to the same opportunities as their peers without additional needs.
Emotional Wellbeing Hub
Information, advice and guidance for families and young people in East and West Suffolk who are worried about the mental health of a child or young person aged 0-25. The Emotional Wellbeing Hub provides access to NHS Children and Adolescence Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Referrals by families can be made via the Hub, however there is a long waiting list.
Kooth
This is a counselling service for young people 13+. They can offer face-to-face support, counselling and guidance. However, at the moment they are running sessions virtually. They also run a WhatsApp group for the young adults to support their needs.
SENDIASS in Suffolk
Every Local Authority has to have an impartial advice and guidance service which provides training around the law for accessing EHCP’s, assessments and the rights of children/young people. They can attend meetings and support in tribunal cases and have a very useful website of information to support you.
Suffolk Family Carers
This organisation can support parents and carers of all ages. They again run training, events and open days for families and carers. They offer lots of services and can help complete Carers Assessments for Carers. They run young carer groups for siblings and adult carer groups for young adults.
Suffolk Local Offer (SEND wheel)
The Suffolk Local Offer is a website of useful organisations, schools, clubs and activities for children/young people across Suffolk. The SEND Wheel allows you to navigate your way around the site more easily.
The Source
This site offers information, advice and support for young people in Suffolk.
From Elsewhere
Useful External Links
Trusted organisations, government resources, and support networks — curated and regularly reviewed by our team.
Lasting Power of Attorney – Information
These are really important for adults 18+ with additional needs, whether they have Mental Capacity or not, as legally a parent/guardians or someone who knows them well needs to be able to make “best interest decisions” with/for them, which can’t happen if this isn’t in place.
Universal Credit Guide
Blue Badge Scheme – Suffolk County Council
How you or someone on your behalf can apply for a Blue Badge.
Carers Allowance and the Earnings Limit
Known as the main benefit for carers, Carer’s Allowance is currently £86.45 per week (2026/27).
Attendance Allowance – Information
Attendance Allowance helps with extra costs if you have a disability or health condition severe enough that you need someone to help look after you. For those aged 65+
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) – Information
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can help with extra living costs for those aged 18-65.