Specialist Autism Family Support Service
Support for families, young people and children who have social and/or communication difficulties.
The London Borough of Bromley (LBB) is committed to providing support to all families with children who have social and communication difficulties.
A post was created within Bromley Children Project (BCP) to provide an initial signposting service for families.
Our project, also funded by LBB, complements this service and provides short-term intensive support to families who have more complex needs.
How we can help
The specialist service is delivered by our two experienced autism family support workers and offers:
- Short term intensive support to families who have several queries to work through
- A clear action plan written in conjunction with the family to note key issues and goals, and timescales for resolution
Support could be specifically related to the child’s needs or to the family situation, for example, help with welfare benefit claims and housing. All support will be tailored to the needs of each family.
Many families experience periods that are more challenging when specialist support is required. Once intensive support is completed, families will return to the support of the universal family support service at Bromley Children Project (BCP).
To self-refer, please complete the online BCP enquiry form: www.bromley.gov.uk/SCANEnquiryForm
For more information, please email SocialCommunicationNeeds@bromley.gov.uk
Referral Route for Professionals
- The young person is at risk of Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and/or the relationship with school has broken down.
- Family has an allocated social worker and there are family members (including a young person) with Autism or Social Communication Needs.
- Young person is at risk of self-harm or mental health breakdown. CAMHS may be involved.
- Community Paediatrician may have made referral to Early Intervention & Family Support.
- Bromley Y are supporting a young person with Autism and identify that the family may need support.
Need to know
Who can apply?
Families with young people and children who have social and/or communication difficulties and require specialist support.
Duration and days
Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00
Location
Various
Cost
Free
Next steps
To make a referral, please contact Autism Family Support at Bromley Children Project via email at SocialCommunicationNeeds@bromley.gov.uk
