Republic of Ireland
Inclusion Ireland is the National Association for People with an Intellectual Disability. It works towards the full inclusion of people with an intellectual disability by supporting people to have their voices heard and advocating for rights under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People with Disabilities (UNCRPD). Information includes: Health and Social Care Supports, Assisted Decision-Making, Employment, Housing, Self Advocacy, Education, Future Planning, Income and Supports, and Voting.
AsIAm is Ireland’s Autism charity. It provides evidence-based advice, resources, and guidance that the community can trust. It endeavours to make Irish Society a more inclusive and accepting place, where Autistic people have the same chance.
Down Syndrome Ireland has a national office and 25 branches nationwide. It provides all-through life supports to people with Down Syndrome and their families across Ireland.
The IrishWheelchair Association website provides information on a wide range of topics relevant to persons with a disability including: IWA Community Centres, Holidays, Housing, Motoring, Sport, Wheelchairs and Mobility Aids, Disability Awareness Training, Employment Skills Programme. www.iwa.ie
The independent statutory body that advises the government on disability policy and practice. It also leads on universal design and publishes research on the lives of disabled people.
The Health Information and Quality Authority inspects residential centres for people with disabilities. Its inspection reports are publicly available, so families can check the standard of care.
Supports people who may need help making decisions about their personal welfare, property or finances. It oversees decision-making support arrangements under the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015.
A countrywide campaign pressing the Government to plan for residential places for adults with intellectual disability.
The HSE provides health and social care supports for children and adults with disabilities, including autism assessments and Children’s Disability Network Teams. Its website explains how to access local services and supports.
The government department responsible for national disability policy and funding. It publishes key strategies, including the Autism Innovation Strategy.
Ireland’s national human rights and equality body, which monitors how the state upholds the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. It also provides information on discrimination and equality law.
Clear, reliable guides to your rights and entitlements, from Disability Allowance to Carer’s Allowance. It’s the best first stop to understanding what supports you or your family might qualify for.
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Northern Ireland and Cross-border
The official Northern Ireland government website, with information on benefits, care, education and support for people with disabilities. It’s the best starting point for public services in Northern Ireland.
Sets health and social care policy in Northern Ireland, including strategies for learning disability and autism services. Its website publishes key policies, strategies and reports.
Delivers learning disability and autism services in Belfast City and Castlerea.
Delivers learning disability and autism services in Antrim, Ballymena, Ballymoney, Carrickfergus, Coleraine, Cookstown, Larne, Magherafelt, Moyle and Newtownabbey.
Delivers learning disability and autism services in Lisburn, Down, North Down and Ards.
Delivers learning disability and autism services in Armagh, Banbridge, Craigavon, Dungannon and Newry & Mourne.
Delivers learning disability and autism services in Derry, Limavady, Strabane, Omagh and Fermanagh.
The Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority inspects health and social care services in Northern Ireland. Its published inspection reports help families check the quality of care settings.
It promotes equality and challenges disability discrimination in Northern Ireland. It offers advice to individuals and guidance to employers and service providers.
A leading learning disability charity supporting children, young people and adults across Northern Ireland. It runs a free helpline, children’s services, supported living and employment programmes.
A Northern Ireland charity that supports autistic people and their families through information, training and family support. It also campaigns for better understanding and services across the region.
A Northern Ireland charity that helps people with disabilities live independently and take part fully in community life. It offers supported living, employment support and community inclusion programmes.
Responsible for special educational needs support in schools across Northern Ireland. Its Autism Advisory and Intervention Service supports autistic pupils, their families and schools.
The UK’s leading autism charity, with a dedicated presence in Northern Ireland. Its website offers trusted information and a services directory.
Supports children and adults with a learning disability, acquired brain injury or autism, as well as their families. Its services include supported living, short breaks and family support across the island of Ireland.
An all-island centre of excellence funded jointly by the Departments of Education in Ireland and Northern Ireland. It provides training, research and support for parents, teachers and professionals working with autistic children.