Preparing for Adulthood Transition Guide
Resources, charities and groups
Local and national resources, charities and support groups.
Talkback Travel Training
Independent travel training is also available from Talkback as part of its personal development and skills programme.
Talkback also support their travel training with a booklet, a comic and 7 engaging videos. Their comprehensive workbook guides learners through key aspects of travel training.
Days out
An Access Card can be applied for by young people, parents and carers. It can be used in the community to highlight the support that people need. You can use these cards to get a range of discounts and opportunities for both young people and their parents/carers.
Max Cards are a national, Local Authority-commissioned discount initiative for looked-after children and children with additional needs (aged 0 to 19). The scheme enables families to visit hundreds of attractions across the UK at a free, or discounted rate.
Apply to Merlin's Magical Wand for amazing days out, free of charge. This is run by
Equipment and household items
Apply for funding from Family Fund for a wide range of items such as:
- washing machines
- sensory toys
- family breaks
- bedding, tablets
- furniture
- outdoor play equipment
- clothing
- computers
Newlife provides funding for essential community equipment such as:
- beds,
- buggies,
- wheelchairs,
- seating systems,
- and much more.
Apply online to find out more information.
Getting out and about
The Buckinghamshire Disability Service (BuDs) website has information about accessible transport, travel concessions and trusted transport agencies.
Fair 4 All is a quality assurance scheme for licensed taxis in Buckinghamshire that have drivers trained in disability awareness.
Wearing the hidden disabilities sunflower discreetly indicates to people around that your child/young person may need additional support, help or a little more time.
Witherslack group futures support pack
The Witherslack Group futures support pack has videos, articles, and guides that support you in preparing your child for their next steps.
You can find more of these on the Community Impact Bucks page.