Practitioner led information sessions

Understand social care support, assessments, eligibility and your family's rights for children and young people with SEND.Learn about social care support for children and young people with SEND, including assessments, eligibility and your family's rights. Understand what support may be available and how to request it.In this session, you will: Understand social care rights. Learn […]

Understanding Autism, ADHD, AuDHD and other neurodivergence with practical strategies to support your child at home, school and beyond.Learn about neurodivergence in children and young people, including common strengths, challenges and differences in how children may experience the world.These sessions will help you better understand your child’s needs and explore practical strategies to support them […]

Learn what direct payments are, who can access them and how they can help meet your child's needs.Find out what direct payments are, who may be eligible, how they work and how they can be used to help meet your child's needs.In this session, you will: Understand how direct payments work. Learn who may be […]

Discover short breaks, respite and community activities, and how to access the right support for your family.Learn about the different types of short breaks, community activities and respite support available, how to access them and what options may be right for your family.In this session, you will: Understand the different types of support available. Learn […]

Support your young person with SEND to prepare for adulthood with practical guidance on independence and available services.Learn how to support your young person with SEND (no diagnosis needed) as they prepare for adulthood, including developing independence skills and understanding the services and support available in Bristol.In this session, you will: Understand the Preparing for […]

Learn practical strategies to help your child manage routines, sensory needs and expectations over Christmas.Christmas and special occasions can bring excitement as well as challenges. Learn practical strategies to help your child manage changes to routines, expectations and sensory demands during busy times of year.In this session, you will: Understand why celebrations can be challenging. […]

Meet local services and discover support, advice and resources for kinship and special guardian families.Meet local services and learn about the support, advice and resources available for special guardians and kinship carers.In this session, you will:Learn about local support services.Understand the help available.Explore advice and resources.Find out where to go for ongoing support.Who is this […]

Understand feeding differences, including ARFID, and practical ways to make mealtimes less stressful for your family.Some children find eating certain foods difficult or stressful. This session explains why feeding challenges happen, including ARFID, and shares practical ideas to help make mealtimes less stressful for the whole family.In this session, you will: Understand why some children […]