General service articles

Plymouth District Scouts has several groups for different age groups that meet in various locations throughout Plymouth.

Plymouth Dolphins RFC Inclusive Rugby Team is an Inclusive rugby team for Plymouth - Britain's Ocean City.

Plymouth Domestic Abuse Services (PDAS) provides practical, non-judgemental support, advice and protection for all victims of domestic abuse. We provide support for individuals and families in the Plymouth area, including confidential advice, one-to-one and group support sessions.

The Sea Cadets is a nationwide voluntary youth organisation, open to young people aged 12 to 18 and with Junior Sections open to those of 10 to 12 years of age, run by enthusiastic adult volunteers. It provides fun, friendship and adventure.

The Council has an Early Help and SEND advice Line through which you can book a conversation with a Family Support Worker to talk about any worries or questions you may have.

In May 2023, The Gateway changed and is now known as the Plymouth Early Help and SEND Advice Line.

The Council's Early Year Inclusion Service supports pre-school children with additional needs and disabilities.

The Plymouth Early Years SEN Inclusion Fund (SENDIF) ensures children receive timely, planned and monitored early interventions to ensure they remain included in their setting and are provided with additional opportunities to access and experience the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

The Council's Educational Psychologists have expertise in psychological theory and research that helps to understand how children and young people develop, learn, think, feel, and behave.

Are your gas and electricity bills causing you to worry? Do you have cold draughts, or heating difficult to control? There are many things that you can do, even if someone else owns your home.