Please note that this can be a difficult process.
Visit our Mental Health Page for more support.
Families Exploring Neurodiversity (FEND)
FEND is a new initiative designed to help parents navigate the complicated journey of getting their child onto the diagnosis pathway. Delivered by Adenydd and led by CEO Gela Griffiths and our experienced team, FEND is rooted in both professional expertise and our own lived experiences.
Taking You Seriously
We understand how frustrating it can feel when schools dismiss parents' concerns around their childs Additional Learning Needs (ALN).
Getting your child on the diagnosis pathway not only opens the door to the right support - it helps schools recognise that your childs needs are important and need to be addressed.
Adenydd has knowledge of diagnostic systems in both Wales and England. We aim to guide families through these systems with compassion, practical advice, and hope.
We believe that no parent should feel alone when fighting for their child's needs to be understood.
Listen to real people from Adenydd discuss their experience with and the importance of diagnosis
The aim of FEND is simple: empower families with the tools, information, and confidence they need to secure the right help for their children.
We want to give every child the opportunity to thrive at school and in life, but we can't do it alone. Please consider making a donation so that we can bring programmes like FEND to more families.
Support Process
What we do for you
Initial Contact
Parents begin by completing our FEND form, sharing key details about your child's needs and current situation.
This information helps us understand the challenges you and your child are facing and ensures that we can respond appropriately.
Assessment and Guidance
Once we review your form, our experienced team will respond with tailored advice on the best course of action for your child.
Depending on their needs, we may ask you to complete additional forms, or take short, online assessments. These additional steps are crucial for preparing a strong, accurate diagnostic application for your child.
Ongoing Support
Throughout this process, we will remain available to answer your questions, provide reassurance and direct you towards the most relevant tools and resources for your situation.
Empowering Parents
Many parents tell us that simply having someone who listens to them and takes their concerns seriously has been life-changing.
FEND is here to ensure you are not just heard, but guided and supported every step of the way. Adenydd aims to give you confidence in navigating the often overwhelming diagnostic system.
Get started - fill out our FEND application form so we can get in touch
Contact List
Neurodevelopmental Services in Wales
Cardiff and the Vale UHB
Neurodevelopmental Service
The Children's Centre, St David's Hospital, Canton, Cardiff
CF11 9XB
Tel: 02920 536611
Aneurin Bevan UHB
CARIAD Tertiary Neurodevelopmental Team
Pollerds Well, St Cadocs Hospital, Lodge Road, Caerleon
NP18 3XQ
Tel: 01633 431784
Betsi Cadwaladr UHB (West)
Neurodevelopmental Team
Bodfan Bach
Ysbyty Eryri Hospital Site, Lon Parc, Caernarfon,
Gwynedd LL55 2YE
Betsi Cadwaladr UHB (East)
Neurodevelopmental Team
Flintshire Childrens Centre
Catherine Gladstone House, Hawarden Way, Mancot
CH5 2EP
Advice Line
Every Wednedsay, 8.30AM - 3.30PM
Tel: 01978 726554
Neurodevelopmental Admin
Tel (Wrexham): 01978 726031
Tel (Flintshire): 03000 859112
Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB
Neurodevelopmental Service
Admin Office 1st Floor, Keir Hardie Health Park, Aberdare Road, Merthyr Tydfil
CF48 1BZ
Tel: 01685 351026
Powys UHB
Neurodevelopmental Service
Neuadd Brycheiniog, Cambrian Way, Brecon, Powys
LD3 7HR
Tel: 01874 612172
Betsi Cadwaladr UHB (Central)
Neurodevelopmental Team
Colwyn Bay Leisure Centre, Eirias Rd, Colwyn Bay
LL29 7SP
Tel: 03000 850031
Swansea Bay UHB
Neurodevelopmental Disorders Service
Block D, Neath Port Talbot Hospital, Baglan Way, Port
Talbot SA12 7BX
Tel: 01639 862459
Hywel Dda UHB
Neurodevelopmental Service
Hywel Dda University Health Board, Building 1, St
David’s Park, Job’s Well Road, Carmarthen SA31 3HB
Tel: 01267 283077
For reference, this list is printable.
More Free Resources
From Adenydd and third parties
Right from the Start Autism Toolkit
Adenydd Coffee Chat: Living with Autism
We want to give every child the opportunity to thrive at school and in life, but we can't do it alone. Please consider making a donation so that we can bring programmes like FEND to more families.
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