• 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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  • Information session: Neurodivegence and anxiety (11 Feb)

    • Do you have a child suffering with anxiety? Come along and get information on how anxiety can affect children and young people who are neurodivergent. We will explain how anxiety can present itself and why this may be happening. We will introduce and discuss strategies and tools that you may find useful to help reduce anxiety, and help you understand how your child may be feeling at home, at school and in social situations.  

      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 Wednesday 11th Feb 2026
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Burton Street Foundation,
        57 Burton Street,
        Sheffield,
        S6 2HH
  • Dads’ Talk & Chalk (12 Feb)

    • 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 Thursday 12th Feb 2026
        • WHERE
        Stephen Harrison Snooker Rooms,
        Leeds Road ,
        Sheffield ,
        S9 3TY
  • Relaunch! Disabled Parent Carer Group (13 Feb)

    • We’re relaunching the Disabled Parent Carer Group, previously based at Sharrow Community Forum
      Now meeting at Sharrow Highfields Adventure Playground. Second Friday of every month
      Do you identify as disabled, neurodivergent, or diagnosed SEND?
      Do you feel different, isolated, or struggle to relate to others while parenting?Come and meet like-minded parents and carers.
      Talk if you want, listen if you don’t. Enjoy tea, biscuits, peer support, advice, and gentle signposting to services that work for you

      Parenting while disabled or SEND can feel confusing and lonely.
      You’re not alone. We’re here.
      Come chat. Come see. Just come along 💙

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Friday 13th Feb 2026
        • WHERE
        Highfield Adventure Playground,
        Crowther Place,
        Sheffield,
        S7 1BJ