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We are a small charity that supports families living with Smith-Magenis syndrome (SMS)

Never feel isolated or alone. Call our helpline and leave a message: 0300 101 0034 (we aim to respond to messages within 48 hours).

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SAVE THE DATE

Come Together 26–28th June 2026

We’re excited to announce the date for our next SMS Family Residential Weekend, taking place in Liverpool at Barnstondale Activity Centre from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th June 2026.

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Save the Date, SMS Family Weekend in Liverpool 2026

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EHCPs: A Guide for SMS Parents and Carers

Getting the right support for your child with Smith-Magenis syndrome can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to face it alone. Our free downloadable guide combines legal insight, expert advice, and real-life experiences from families who’ve walked this path. Download your copy today and take the next step with confidence.

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“My son has a very rare genetic disorder Smith-Magenis syndrome. Without the work that the charity does, our family’s road would have been a very long and stressful one (not that it isn’t at times).”

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Meet our inspiring group of individuals with SMS achieving remarkable things!

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Meet the Cobby Family: Their Life with SMS in Ibiza

Since getting a diagnosis the Cobby family have gone above and beyond to raise awareness for SMS and …

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A Carer’s Journey with Smith-Magenis Syndrome

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Katherine’s Climb and the Bond of Sisterhood

As we celebrate National Siblings Day, we also shine a spotlight on the extraordinary bond shared …

Share your journey and connect with other SMS families

The SMS International map was created by Salli Hunt and is a list of individuals who have been diagnosed with SMS across the world. The map is not affiliated with any of the official SMS organisations and is an independent piece of work that was established to help families find others living near them. Over 950 individuals with SMS across the world are now listed, if you would like to add a person with SMS please click the button below.

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Never feel isolated or alone. Call our helpline: 0300 101 0034

Please note: This is an answer phone service that will alert us as soon as a message is left. A member of the team will call you back as soon as possible – we aim to respond to messages within 48 hours.

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