Support for children with a learning disability or autism

There are local NHS services that you can go to for support.

CAMHS Learning Disability team

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Learning Disability team support children and young people with a learning disability, who also have a mental health condition to get the help they need.

The service offer assessment and intervention to children and young people experiencing symptoms of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, and psychosis.

Find out more about the Learning Disability team on the Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust website.

Berkshire West Keyworking Team

The Keyworking Team at Berkshire West, works with children and young people aged up to 25 years old who are at risk of admission to a psychiatric hospital or unit, to give them some extra support.

The team makes sure children, young people and families get the right support at the right time, and that local systems work together and respond to their needs.

Find out more about the Berkshire West Keyworking Team.

SHaRON: online support for people recovering from eating disorders

Support Hope and Recovery/Resources Online Network (SHaRON) provides a safe digital space for you to talk to other young people who have had similar experiences, at any time of day or night.

You need a referral to access SHaRON. During the day young people can also chat with care professionals for advice and guidance.

Find out more information about ShaRON on the Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust website.