You can find some popular pages for parents below. Alternatively, visit the SEND Local Offer Parent homepage for more information. General EHC plans An education health and care plan (EHC plan) is for young people up to 25 years old with complex needs who can’t get the support they need in mainstream education. Social care and early help A child or young person with complex needs could be eligible for social care support. Health There are many health services that can support a child with special educational needs and disabilities. Independent Advice This service is funded by the council but works independently of them. Education All education providers such as nurseries, schools, college provide support for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). For those young people with more complex needs, maybe entitled to more specialist support. Travel assistance You can learn all about the travel support the council offers​.