Everything in one place: diagnosis pathways, benefits you can claim, therapists who understand autism, EHCP guidance, and activities that actually work for autistic children. Written by parents, free to use, and regularly updated.
Understanding the assessment process, your options beyond the NHS wait, and what to do once you have a diagnosis.
Kent's NHS wait is 36-42 months. Compare your options: NHS pathway, private assessment, and Right to Choose.
Read guide →Get an NHS-funded autism assessment in 2-6 months instead of years. Free, legal, and available in Kent right now.
Read guide →Your child has just been diagnosed. A practical, no-jargon guide to the first steps — benefits, school, therapies, and looking after yourself.
Read guide →Your child has legal rights to educational support. These guides walk you through the EHCP process from start to finish.
The 20-week process explained. What to submit, who to contact, and what to do if you are refused.
Read guide →Everything you need before and after you submit your EHCP request — in a simple, printable format.
Get checklist →Around 99% of cases that reach hearing find for the parent (most settle earlier). Step-by-step guide to representing yourself at SEND Tribunal.
Read guide →Autistic children are often entitled to financial support that families do not realise they can claim. These guides help you understand what is available.
Rates, eligibility, and a step-by-step application walkthrough with example phrases.
Read guide →Composite case studies showing exactly what parents wrote, what evidence they sent, and what rate they were awarded.
See examples →How to claim, eligibility rules, what it pays, and how it interacts with Universal Credit and DLA.
Read guide →Family Fund, Newlife, local Kent grants — every funding source we have found for SEND families.
Find funding →Estimate which DLA components your child may qualify for. Runs entirely in your browser — no data stored.
Use the tool →Qualified therapists and professionals who work with autistic children in Kent — NHS and private, reviewed by parents.
NHS and private speech therapists in Kent who work with autistic children. Costs, referral routes, and what to expect.
Browse directory →Sensory integration, motor skills, and daily living support. Find OTs in Kent who specialise in autism.
Browse directory →Private EP assessments to support EHCP applications. Costs, what the report should cover, and Kent providers.
Browse directory →SEN law solicitors for appeals, tribunals, and judicial review. Includes firms offering legal aid.
Browse directory →Honest, parent-friendly reviews of what the science actually shows. No miracle cures, no false hope — just the evidence.
What the clinical trials show, the risks, and why mainstream medicine does not recommend it yet.
Read guide →The GABA theory, why early results looked positive, and what the Phase 3 evidence actually showed.
Read guide →Understanding sensory differences in autistic children — what helps, what the research says, and how to access OT support.
Read guide →Gluten-free, casein-free, supplements — a balanced look at the evidence behind dietary approaches.
Read guide →Practical resources for everyday life with autistic children — from sensory-friendly days out to trusted products. Product links include Amazon affiliate codes, see our disclosure.
Free and low-cost days out, sensory-friendly venues, and SEND-accessible activities across Kent.
Browse activities →7 sensory tools that actually get used. Bubble tubes, body socks, weighted blankets — Kent parent-tested over 2+ years.
Read review →Best ear defenders and noise-cancelling headphones for autistic kids and teens. Sensory-friendly options compared.
See picks →How to choose the right weight, fabric and safety features. UK-tested options for sensory-seeking children.
Read guide →33 OT-recommended sensory toys and tools for autistic children. Direct UK links — weighted blankets, fidgets, chew toys, visual aids.
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