The EDAN Hub is a collaborative network of partners dedicated to supporting families with children and young people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent, living in Edinburgh (EH1–EH17, EH28, EH29, and EH30)
We are funded through the Whole Family Wellbeing Fund (WFWF), a government initiative designed to support families across Scotland. Edinburgh City Council oversees the distribution of these funds to ensure families in our region have access to the help they need.
For more information about the funding, please visit: Whole Family Wellbeing Fund – Getting it right for every child (GIRFEC).
Our vision
At the EDAN Hub, our mission is to create a family-focused environment where families can access the services they need when they need them. We bring together professionals from different fields to provide a wide range of support.
As a collaborative our goal is to build a welcoming, understanding community with dynamic play spaces, expert guidance, and information to empower families. We aim to break down the barriers families face in accessing services, offering a fresh approach where organisations collaborate to offer the best possible support at the right time.
EDAN Hub Services
Our services are updated quarterly based on family feedback and changing needs. New services will be available every three months, so we encourage families to check back regularly for the most up to date information.
Universal Services
These services are open to all families, and no formal diagnosis is required. Families can self-refer and book into these services directly.
Universal Services Include:
- Next Step Appointments
- Social Work Appointments
- Play Sessions at The Yard
- Intellectual Disability Parent Information Sessions
- Neurodiversity Parent Information Sessions
- Zones of Regulation Sessions
Targeted Services
Targeted services have specific criteria to ensure families receive the right support. If the service looks like it could help you, families can access the service by contacting the provider directly.
Targeted Services Include:
- Parent/Carer Groups: Cygnet (Autism), Parent Factor (ADHD), Early Positive Approaches to Support (E-PAtS ID)
- Advocacy & Support: For parents, carers, children, and young people
- Neurodiversity Wellbeing Groups
Making our services accessible
All next step appointments can be accessed in person, online or over the telephone.
Many of our services have the option to access childcare during your appointment, please see the service page for details.
We’re working together to help families thrive
