KIDS Hertfordshire HUBs The HUBs offers information and support for parents and carers of disabled children and young people aged 0-19 in Hertfordshire. How does the service work? The HUBs provide free and impartial support over the phone, by email or face-to-face (including home visits). The help provided includes the following: Helping you find activities, groups and training Providing information about benefits and parking Supporting you at meetings about your child Giving help with relevant forms and letters Signposting you to a range of local services for disabled children and young people including specialist services Keeping you informed with regular newsletters and updates Helping to develop inclusive provision in the community Providing a venue to meet for support and networking We additionally offer: A KIDS_HUB_Directory.pdf of inclusive activities, clubs and groups in and around Herts Free, impartial support applying for, or transferring to an EHCP via our Independent Support Service A toy and resource library - download the latest copy Support to access the Hertfordshire Short Breaks Local Offer An information sheet of some of the things we get asked about most often Holiday activity newsletters 3 times a year Access to a closed Facebook group just for Parents/Carers Access to social story software eg for creating visual timetables Accessible and friendly spaces for parents and professionals to meet (booking required) Who is the service for? Any parent or carer of a child aged 0-19 with any disability or additional need living in Hertfordshire. Professional enquiries are also welcome. How much does it cost? Membership fees for Toy Library:Pay as you go scheme - £5 per year, then borrowing fees 20p-£2 per item Unlimited borrowing scheme - £5 per year , then £20 and no more borrowing fees for 1 year(Note: deposits are required for some larger items which are applicable to both schemes) Availability: The HUB projects can be contacted Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00, excluding Bank Holidays. East Hub West Hub Toy library "play and stay" toy sessions: EAST HUB - Toy Library (booking required) Thursdays 10:00-11:30 WEST HUB - Toy Library Wednesdays 10:00-11:30 How to access this service: You don’t need a referral, just call or email us. Contact: Phone: 01923 676549Email: [email protected]Twitter: @KIDSHUBHerts