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What is Help at Hand?

Help at Hand (HaH) is your all-in-one resource for speech, language, and communication support. We’ve brought expert training, practical advice, and ongoing support together in one easy-to-navigate platform.

  • Learning Made Easy: From bite-sized practical tips to in-depth theory, choose the video length and style that fits your needs.

  • Intuitive Design: Find exactly what you’re looking for in seconds with our streamlined search.

  • Track Your Progress: Your personal dashboard automatically saves your place and keeps a record of everything you’ve learned.

Empowering Rochdale to support every voice

Expert training and advice shouldn’t be hard to find. Help at Hand (HaH) puts essential resources right at your fingertips, available whenever you need them.

Our goal is simple: to ensure that everyone in Rochdale, from parents to professionals, feels confident and equipped to support children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs.

Together, we can make sure every child is heard.

Learn at your own pace

 Help at Hand is designed to fit your life, not the other way around.

Whether you have five minutes for a quick refresh or an afternoon for a deep dive, our platform adapts to your schedule

  • No Pressure: Dip in and out whenever you need a boost.

  • Your Path: Watch a single video for a specific solution, or complete a full series to master a topic.

  • Professional Growth: Earn Certificates of Completion and Champion Awards as you progress.

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The Hub

Practical insights, success stories, and expert resources to support your journey.

Bridging the Gap: How St Mary's School Transformed SLT Support

Using the Help at Hand Platform to reduce referral waiting times and empower classroom staff.

5 Daily Routines to Boost Language Development at Home

Simple, evidence-based techniques for parents to integrate speech and language goals into everyday play.

Navigating the Help at Hand Platform: A Quick-Start Guide for New Users

Making the most of your learning journey with our top tips for accessing courses and tracking progress.