NCL ICB is launching a practical guide to support neurodivergent children, created by parents and carers, for parents and carers.

The booklet has been adapted to reflect local services across Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, and Islington and will be available on borough SEND Local Offer websites, parent forum sites as well as hosted on the dedicated Autism and ADHD support pages on the Waiting Room website. 

The guide covers key topics including understanding neurodiversity, early help, the diagnostic process, education and school support, daily life with a neurodivergent child, sensory needs, and social and emotional development. It also provides links to further reading, videos, and blogs, making it easy for families to access the support they need.

Originally developed by the Essex Family Forum and Parent Carer Forum in Essex, this resource combines real-life experiences, practical tips, and trusted information from the NHS and national charities. 

The Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child booklet has been developed as part of the National Partnership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in schools (PINS) programme funded by the Department for Education and supported by NHS England and the Department for Health and Social Care.