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    • 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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      Do you live in the Darnall area and have a child with additional needs? A peer support worker will be available in the Darnall wellbeing hub, for booked appointments for your support needs relating to your child! Appointments can be booked directly with Amanda - amanda.flounders@sheffieldparentcarerforum.org.uk or staff from Darnall wellbeing can support you to book an appointment if required. ... See MoreSee Less

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  • Wednesday Night Club for dads and male carers 21st May

    • The Wednesday Night Club is an evening drop-in session for men who are caring for a child or young person with SEND. No diagnosis is required. This is an informal session where you can have a coffee, a game of snooker or just a chat in a friendly and inclusive environment.

      If you want to attend, you don’t need to book. Just turn up, and you’ll receive a warm welcome from our volunteers Andy, James and Toby!

      • WHEN
      • 6:30pm - 9:30pm Wednesday 21st May 2025
        • WHERE
        Stephen Harrison Snooker Rooms,
        Leeds Road ,
        Sheffield ,
        S9 3TY

  • Coffee & Chat – with a visiting expert (22 May)

    • Coffee & Chat is drop-in style coffee morning for parent carers, with bookable one-to-one consultations with a professional running alongside it.

      This month, we’ll be joined by professional from the Autism Social Communication Education Training Service (ASCETS). You can book a 20-minute consultation by clicking here to go to the booking form.

      If you just want to attend the general coffee morning, you don’t need to book. Just turn up, and you’ll receive a warm welcome from our volunteers Pat and Thaeeba!

      • WHEN
      • 9:30am - 12:00pm Thursday 22nd May 2025
        • WHERE
        Burton Street Foundation,
        57 Burton Street,
        Sheffield,
        S6 2HH

  • ONLINE Information session: Understanding sensory needs (3 June)

    • Let’s delve into sensory needs together. This virtual session is designed for any parent or caregiver of a child with SEND who wishes to gain a deeper understanding of sensory requirements. We will examine what ‘sensory’ means, how it impacts behaviour, and explore ways to support your child or young person effectively.

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

      • WHEN
      • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Tuesday 3rd Jun 2025
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Virtual meeting
    • 13th May 2025

    • Council approves changes to SEN transport

    • Following a public consultation, the Council has decided to make Personal Travel Budgets optional rather than mandatory. The family contribution towards the cost of post-16 SEN transport could be increased.
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    • 9th April 2025

    • SEND inspectors visit Sheffield

    • Inspectors from Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission have visited Sheffield. They came to assess how well the city’s education, health and social care services support children and young people with SEND.
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