Health professionals and families have chosen these sites as providing helpful information about the most common childhood conditions associated with disability.
Some of these websites are not Irish. They may contain information on services which may not be available in Ireland. You may still find the general information and advice useful.
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Autistic spectrum disorders, autism
Aspire Ireland (Asperger Syndrome Association of Ireland)
Support and information for people who have Asperger's syndrome and their families.
Middletown Centre for Autism
The Centre was established by The Department of Education and Skills Ireland and the Department of Education Northern Ireland to support the promotion of excellence in the education of children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
AsIAm
A portal for the public and those with Autistic Spectrum Disorders providing information and a forum for people affected by Autism to share their stories and views.
Attention deficit disorder (ADD), Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
The Irish National Council of ADHD Support Groups (INCADDS)
National organisation that supports people with AD/HD by promoting person-centred treatment and raising awareness. INCADDS makes sure that families are supported so that they can support their children and relatives. Some local groups operate a phone helpline.
Angelman Syndrome
Angelman Syndrome Ireland
A not for profit charity providing support and information about this rare neuro-genetic disorder of chromosome 15, which results in severe developmental delay.
The Access and Inclusion Model (AIM)
The goal of AIM is to create a more inclusive environment in pre-schools, so all children, regardless of ability, can benefit from quality early learning and care. The model achieves this by providing universal supports to pre-school settings, and targeted supports, which focus on the needs of the individual child, without requiring a diagnosis of disability.
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Brain Injury
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland)
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABI Ireland) is Irelands leading provider of community based neuro-rehabilitation services for people who have acquired a brain injury in Ireland.
Headway Ireland
Provides services and supports for people living with Acquired Brain Injury.
Blindness and visual impairment
National Council for the Blind Ireland (NCBI)
NCBI (National Council for the Blind Ireland) is the national sight loss agency, which offers support and services to people of all ages who are experiencing difficulties with their eyesight.