• Welcome to the Sheffield Parent Carer Forum!

    • Are you the parent or carer of a child or young person with additional needs in Sheffield?
      We are here to support you. We connect families from all areas of Sheffield to provide mutual support, exchange information and work with decision makers to improve services for our children.

      We want to hear what you think. Join our community today and benefit from being part of the largest network of parent carers in Sheffield.

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  • ONLINE Information session: Trauma-informed practice (11 Oct)

    • Find out how trauma-informed practice can help to support your child or young person with additional needs. We will introduce strategies to try at home to help manage challenging behaviours. There will be opportunities for peer discussions and for parent carers to learn from each other.

      Please note: This session is not suitable for children. No diagnosis required. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturday 11th Oct 2025
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Virtual meeting

  • Information session: Neurodivergence and eating (14 Oct)

    • Do you have a child who experiences difficulties around food? This session will introduce and discuss strategies you can try at home. There will be plenty of time for peer support and open discussions.

      Please note: This session is not suitable for children. No diagnosis required. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 1:00pm Tuesday 14th Oct 2025
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Shortbrook Family Hub,
        Shortbrook Primary School,
        Westfield Northway,
        Sheffield,
        S20 8FB

  • Dads’ Talk & Chalk (15 Oct)

    • Are you a dad or male carer of a child or young person with additional needs? Do you enjoy a cuppa or a game of snooker? Come and join a group of like-minded men to chat, play pool, or simply enjoy a cup of tea in good company – you’re welcome here. We don’t judge – we support and understand. No diagnosis required. Just turn up, no need to book.

      • WHEN
      • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Wednesday 15th Oct 2025
        • WHERE
        Stephen Harrison Snooker Rooms,
        Leeds Road ,
        Sheffield ,
        S9 3TY
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