Shine - advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus

About

This is an independent service, which is not run by the NHS or WSCC.

This service is not checked by WSCC and including it on the Local Offer website does not mean that it is a recommended service.

Before using this service, we recommend you make your own checks. Your checks should include being happy that: the service will meet your needs; staff are properly qualified; policies are in place to keep everyone safe and you know how much the service will cost.

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Shine provides specialist advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. If you:

have spina bifida or hydrocephalus
are pregnant and have had a recent diagnosis of spina bifida, hydrocephalus, encephalocele or anencephaly
have a child with spina bifida or hydrocephalus
live with or care for someone with these conditions
are a professional providing support

then please join us, for free, as a member.

We’re here to help. To access local services, get in touch by phone or email.

What we do

• Free access to national and regional support groups
• Invitations to national and regional events
• A network of friends and peers to help you
• Free help and advice from our trained specialists
• A free copy of our twice yearly magazine 'Together' and the option to join our free home delivery service

Age range

0-upwards

Wheelchair accessible

Yes

Free to use

Yes