DISCplus – The DISCplus information service provides information and advice to all families with a child or children with additional needs. The service is also available to any professional working with families or directly with children. There are currently 2 DISCplus Co-ordinators; Kris Taylor in Southern and Amanda Smithson covering Northern Devon. They are also able to deal with queries relating to the Eastern area. They are here to help you get information about the services and support available to you and your child. They can help you get information about:
1. Contact details for specialist support services
2. Local support groups
3. Charities and trusts which you may apply to for funding
4. Accessible holiday services
5. Suppliers of specialist equipment, sensory toys and clothing
DISCplus produce a newsletter three times a year prior to the end of term school holidays. This is full of national and regional information with contributions from various groups and organisations on a variety of topics. If you would like to receive a copy please contact either: Kristine Taylor t: 01803 763505 e: kristine.taylor@virgincare.co.uk or Amanda Smithson t: 01271 384074 e: amanda.smithson@virgincare.co.uk DISCplus have recently launched a Facebook page posting regular information and updates on news throughout Devon and nationwide. If you want “like” our page please click on this link virg.in/DISCplus