Afasic - Unlocking Speech & Language

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Who are we?

Afasic is a charity representing children and young people with speech, language, and communication difficulties. We work for their inclusion in society and provide support for their parents and carers.

Around 6% of children starting school have speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN) an average of 2 in every classroom. 


What do we do?

Afasic supports and provides information for families with children and young adults who have Speech Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) with a focus on Developmental Language Disorder (DLD).

We provide support to thousands of people every year via our:

  • Helpline
  • email support
  • website hosting free to download factsheets 
  • access to our local networks

What can we help with?

We are the experts on getting the right help for children and young people with SLCN and all related queries. In particular, we can give information about:

  • Speech, language, and communication difficulties – the various types, how to identify them, and how they affect children and young people
  • How to get a diagnosis and why you might need one
  • Speech and language therapy
  • How Schools can and should help
  • Choosing the right school for your child
  • The statutory assessment process, plans, and your legal rights to help your child
  • Disability-related Benefits
  • Any other relevant issue

How can I get advice about my child or young person? 

If you are a parent or young person wanting help and more information visit our website here or call our helpline. 

You can call the Afasic Parents’ Helpline on 0300 666 9410 during opening hours. 

Our helpline opening hours are Monday & Wednesday 10.30 am to 4 pm

If you would prefer to email us please use our online enquiry form listed on our website here. 

We also offer a ‘listening ear’ if you just want to talk to someone who understands. No query is too small or too silly. If you are worried or even just want to check there’s nothing else you need to know or do, please get in touch    

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Local Offer Age Bands
Early Years and Pregnancy 0-4
Primary 4 -10
Secondary 11-14
Preparing for Adulthood 14-18
Young Adults 18 - 25
Parents and Carers
SEN Provision Type
  • Targeted

Who to contact

Telephone
020 7490 9410 (administration) 020 7490 9410 (administration) 03006669410 (Helpline) 03006669410 (Helpline)
E-mail
info@afasic.org.uk
Website
www.afasic.org.uk/
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Where to go

Name
Afasic
Address
Lower ground floor of “Contact” offices
209-211 City Road
London
Postcode

EC1V 1JN

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Time / Date Details

When is it on
Helpline Monday to Wednesday 10.30 am to 4 pm / Office 9am to 5pm
Time of day
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
Session Information
All year

Other details

Referral required?

No

Costs

  • Free

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