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SUMMARY:Social Care Rights for Children and Young People with SEND
DESCRIPTION:Understand social care support\, assessments\, eligibility and your family's rights for children and young people with SEND.\n\n\nLearn 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. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\n Understand social care rights.\n Learn about assessments and eligibility.\n Explore available support.\n Know how to request help.\n\nWho is this session for? \nParent carers of children and young people with SEND. \nAbout the trainer: \nLuke Clements is the Emeritus Professor of Law & Social Justice at the School of Law Leeds University. He was involved in the drafting of the Bills that became the Carers (Recognition and Services) Act 1995 and the Carers (Equal Opportunities) Act 2004\, as well as acting as the expert adviser to the Joint Parliamentary Select Committee scrutinising the Bill that resulted in the Care Act 2014.  \nMost recently\, Luke’s work on the rights of disabled children and their families has been much cited in the Law Commission’s proposals for the reform of children’s social care law. \nLuke has written widely\, including Disabled Children: a legal handbook (Legal Action Group 3rd ed 2020 – jointly written with Stephen Broach KC). A brief biographical note is at https://www.lukeclements.co.uk/ \n \nAbout Bristol Parent Carers: \n \nThis session is part of Bristol Parent Carers’ free programme of information sessions for parent carers of children and young people with SEND or emerging additional needs.  \nPlaces are free\, but if you’re able to make a small donation to help us continue offering free sessions to as many families as possible\, we’d be incredibly grateful.  \nTo attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis. \nWhen you book\, we’ll ask you 3–5 quick questions related to the session topic. For example\, if you’re booking an EHCP session\, the questions will be about EHCPs. \nYour anonymous responses help Bristol Parent Carers and local partners understand families’ experiences\, identify common challenges\, and improve support and services. \n*Please note*: to attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis.
URL:https://www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/event/social-care-rights-for-children-and-young-people-with-send/
CATEGORIES:Practitioner led information sessions
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SUMMARY:New to Neurodivergence: 4 week Information & Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Autism\, ADHD\, AuDHD and other neurodivergence with practical strategies to support your child at home\, school and beyond.\n\n\nLearn about neurodivergence in children and young people\, including common strengths\, challenges and differences in how children may experience the world. \nThese sessions will help you better understand your child’s needs and explore practical strategies to support them at home\, in school and in everyday life. \nYou are expected to attend all sessions which will be split over 4 weeks: \nWeek 1 Thursday 5th November 9.30-12.30 Understanding SEND/neurodivergence & Navigating Services \nWeek 2 Thursday 12th November 9.30-12.30 Supporting Overwhelm & Distress \nWeek 3 Thursday 19th November Sensory Processing \nWeek 4 – Thursday 26th November Anxiety & Communication \nIn these sessions\, you will: \n\nUnderstand what neurodivergence means.\nLearn about common strengths and challenges.\nExplore how neurodivergence may affect daily life\, learning and emotions.\nFind out practical ways to support your child.\nConnect with other parents and carers in a safe and supportive local environment.\nReceive appropriate signposting and connecting to local services.\n\nWho is this session for? \nParent carers of children and young people who are neurodivergent\, may be neurodivergent\, or are waiting for assessment. This covers autism and ADHD. There is no cost and you do not need a diagnosis. \n \nAbout the trainer: \nThis session is delivered by Jade Page\, founder of The Autism Page and an experienced parent support practitioner. Jade has over 10 years’ experience supporting families of autistic children through training\, courses\, one-to-one support and practical resources. \nJade previously worked as Parent Support Manager at Bristol Autism Support and has delivered training for organisations including Autism Central\, Bristol Autism Team and Neurodiverse Training. She combines professional expertise with lived experience as the parent of two autistic children\, sharing practical\, evidence-informed strategies that families can use in everyday life. \n \nAbout Bristol Parent Carers: \nThis session is part of Bristol Parent Carers’ free programme of information sessions for parent carers of children and young people with SEND or emerging additional needs. \nPlaces are free\, but if you’re able to make a small donation to help us continue offering free sessions to as many families as possible\, we’d be incredibly grateful. \nTo attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis. \nWhen you book\, we’ll ask you 3–5 quick questions related to the session topic. For example\, if you’re booking an EHCP session\, the questions will be about EHCPs. \nYour anonymous responses help Bristol Parent Carers and local partners understand families’ experiences\, identify common challenges\, and improve support and services. \n*Please note*: to attend this session for free\, you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis.
URL:https://www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/event/new-to-neurodivergence-4-week-information-support-group/
LOCATION:The Park Centre\, Daventry Road
CATEGORIES:Practitioner led information sessions
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SUMMARY:Direct Payments: What They Are and How They Can Help
DESCRIPTION:Learn what direct payments are\, who can access them and how they can help meet your child's needs.\n\n\nFind 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. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\n Understand how direct payments work.\n Learn who may be eligible.\n Explore how direct payments can be used.\n Find out how to apply.\n\nWho is this session for? \nParent carers of children and young people with SEND. \nAbout the trainer: \nVici\, CEO of Disability North\, and Angie bring complementary lived experience of direct payments. Vici has managed a children’s direct payment for her son\, while Angie brings experience of adult direct payments. Together\, they offer practical insight into using direct payments to support choice\, control and independence. \nTheir approach reflects Disability North’s commitment to a fair\, inclusive society where disabled people have equal opportunities. With lived experience represented among 75% of its Trustees and 62% of its staff\, the organisation combines clear\, practical advice with work to challenge barriers to inclusion and rights. \nAbout Bristol Parent Carers: \n \nThis session is part of Bristol Parent Carers’ free programme of information sessions for parent carers of children and young people with SEND or emerging additional needs.  \nPlaces are free\, but if you’re able to make a small donation to help us continue offering free sessions to as many families as possible\, we’d be incredibly grateful.  \nTo attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis. \nWhen you book\, we’ll ask you 3–5 quick questions related to the session topic. For example\, if you’re booking an EHCP session\, the questions will be about EHCPs. \nYour anonymous responses help Bristol Parent Carers and local partners understand families’ experiences\, identify common challenges\, and improve support and services. \n*Please note*: to attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis.
URL:https://www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/event/direct-payments-what-they-are-and-how-they-can-help/
CATEGORIES:Practitioner led information sessions
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SUMMARY:Short Breaks\, Community Access and Respite Support: all you need to know
DESCRIPTION:Discover short breaks\, respite and community activities\, and how to access the right support for your family.\n\n\nLearn 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. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\n Understand the different types of support available.\n Learn how to access short breaks and respite.\n Explore community opportunities.\n Find out where to get further advice.\n\nWho is this session for? \nParent carers of children and young people with SEND. \nAbout the trainer: \nKate Markley leads Bristol City Council’s Disabled Children’s Team\, supporting disabled children\, young people and their families across Bristol. She works with schools\, health services and local organisations to improve support for families. She’ll be joined by a colleague from the Commissioning Team\, who helps plan\, fund and improve services so they meet the needs of disabled children\, young people and their families. \nAbout Bristol Parent Carers: \n \nThis session is part of Bristol Parent Carers’ free programme of information sessions for parent carers of children and young people with SEND or emerging additional needs.  \nPlaces are free\, but if you’re able to make a small donation to help us continue offering free sessions to as many families as possible\, we’d be incredibly grateful.  \nTo attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis. \nWhen you book\, we’ll ask you 3–5 quick questions related to the session topic. For example\, if you’re booking an EHCP session\, the questions will be about EHCPs. \nYour anonymous responses help Bristol Parent Carers and local partners understand families’ experiences\, identify common challenges\, and improve support and services. \n*Please note*: to attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis.
URL:https://www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/event/short-breaks-community-access-and-respite-support-all-you-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Practitioner led information sessions
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Adulthood: Supporting Independence
DESCRIPTION:Support your young person with SEND to prepare for adulthood with practical guidance on independence and available services.\n\n\nLearn 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. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\n Understand the Preparing for Adulthood journey.\n Explore ways to build independence.\n Learn about support available.\n Plan for future transitions.\n\nWho is this session for? \nParent carers of young people with SEND approaching adulthood (15+ years old). \nAbout Bristol Parent Carers: \n \nThis session is part of Bristol Parent Carers’ free programme of information sessions for parent carers of children and young people with SEND or emerging additional needs.  \nPlaces are free\, but if you’re able to make a small donation to help us continue offering free sessions to as many families as possible\, we’d be incredibly grateful.  \nTo attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis. \nWhen you book\, we’ll ask you 3–5 quick questions related to the session topic. For example\, if you’re booking an EHCP session\, the questions will be about EHCPs. \nYour anonymous responses help Bristol Parent Carers and local partners understand families’ experiences\, identify common challenges\, and improve support and services. \n*Please note*: to attend this session for free you must live in Bristol (your bin will be collected by Bristol City Council)\, or your child must attend a school in the Bristol city area. You must also have a child with Special Educational Needs\, but they do not need to have a diagnosis.
URL:https://www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/event/preparing-for-adulthood-supporting-independence/
CATEGORIES:Practitioner led information sessions
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