Other Services

The Toby Henderson Trust (at the Autism Hub, Gordon Street, South Shields) is available Monday – Wednesday 9am – 4pm for South Tyneside families.

They support parents and families of autistic children and young people up to the age of 18. This includes those where there are additional needs, but no confirmed diagnosis.

Their contact number is 0191 816 0550.

Alternatively, you can email them at autismhub@ttht.co.uk or access their website at: www.ttht.co.uk/autism-hub

“We are here to support but we are also here, so families have that place to go to have a cuppa, a hug if needed, feel safe, relaxed and offload, in an environment with a team that ‘just get it!”

South Tyneside Family Hubs offer help and advice on family life. They are a free service to help improve the wellbeing of families in South Tyneside. They offer high quality support for families from conception - 19 (or up to 25 for young people with special educational needs). They have hubs based right across South Tyneside. You get get in touch by calling them on 0800 783 4645.

Alternatively, you can email them at familyhubs@southtyneside.gov.uk or access their website at southtynesidefamilyhubs.co.uk