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  • Information session: Sensory needs and behaviours that challenge

    • Does your child or young person struggle with sensory processing? Do they display behaviours that can be challenging?

      Come along to our information session to explore strategies that could help, and meet our Peer Support Workers and other parents/carers. With plenty of time for discussion and questions.

      There is no charge for the session and no diagnosis is required. Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 9:45am - 11:45am Monday 10th Jun 2024
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Primrose Family Centre,
        45 Creswick Street,
        Sheffield,
        S6 2TN
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  • Information session: SEND and sleep

    • An information session to improve parents’ knowledge and confidence around sleep issues for children and young people with SEND.

      Meet our Peer Support Team and other parents/carers. With plenty of time for discussion and questions.

      There is no charge for the session and no diagnosis is required. Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 11:00am - 1:00pm Friday 3rd May 2024
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Darnall Family Centre,
        563 Staniforth Road,
        Sheffield,
        S9 4RA
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  • Information session: Introduction to Autism (May)

    • This is a two hour presentation and workshop for parents who are starting their exploration of autism: Whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are waiting for one, or perhaps you suspect that your child might be on the autism spectrum. We will discuss the main traits, challenges and strengths associated with autism and do a bit of myth busting too.

      Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Wednesday 15th May 2024
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Sheffield Mencap and Gateway,
        Norfolk Lodge,
        Park Grange Road,
        Sheffield,
        S2 3QF
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  • Information session: Your sensory toolkit

    • Learn about strategies and tools that can help children and young people who struggle with sensory processing.

      Meet our peer support team and other parents/carers.

      With plenty of time for discussion and questions chat to occupational therapists from the Sensory Team at Ryegate.

      Please note, this session is not suitable for accompanying children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 1:00pm Wednesday 6th Mar 2024
        • WHERE
        Ryegate Children's Centre,
        Tapton Crescent Road,
        Sheffield,
        S10 5DP
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  • Information session: Introduction to autism (March)

    • ***Unfortunately this session had to be cancelled due to insufficient bookings.***

      This is a two-hour presentation and workshop for parents who are starting their exploration of autism: Whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are waiting for one, or perhaps you suspect that your child might be on the autism spectrum. We will discuss the main traits, challenges and strengths associated with autism and do a bit of myth busting too.

      Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 12:45pm - 2:45pm Tuesday 12th Mar 2024
        • WHERE
        First Start Family Hub,
        441 Firth Park Rd,
        Sheffield ,
        S5 6HH
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  • Information session: Autism and anxiety

    • This information session will be delivered by a member of our Peer Support Team. It will consist of a presentation on autism and anxiety, followed by plenty of time for discussion and peer support around any issues on this subject that parent carers would like help with.

      There is no charge for the session and no diagnosis is required.

      Please note: This session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – please register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 12:30pm - 2:00pm Monday 5th Feb 2024
        • WHERE
        Primrose Family Centre,
        45 Creswick Street,
        Sheffield,
        S6 2TN
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  • Information session: Sensory needs and behaviours that challenge

    • Does your child or young person struggle with sensory processing? Do they display behaviours that can be challenging? Do you worry about their safety or the safety of others?

      Join our Peer Support Team to learn more about the best ways of supporting your child or young person and strategies and tools that may help.

      There is no charge for the session and no diagnosis is required. Please note, this session is not suitable for accompanying children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:30pm Monday 5th Feb 2024
        • WHERE
        First Start Family Hub,
        441 Firth Park Rd,
        Sheffield ,
        S5 6HH
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  • Information session: Exploring sensory needs

    • Does your child or young person struggle with sensory processing? Would you like to learn more about sensory needs and how to support your child or young person?

      Join our Peer Support Team to learn more about the best ways of supporting your child or young person and strategies and tools that may help.

      There is no charge for the session and no diagnosis is required. Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 1:00pm Tuesday 16th Jan 2024
        • WHERE
        Nexus Multi-Academy Trust,
        Enterprise Works,
        300 Meadowhall Way,
        Sheffield,
        S9 1EA
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  • Information Session: Introduction to demand-avoidant behaviour (ONLINE)

    • We are sorry but this session is now fully booked.

      Join us to explore what demand-avoidant behaviour is and what it looks like, how it differs from PDA, and what it feels like for a young person to experience it. Find out what we can do as parents to reduce demands and reduce stress for ourselves.

      This information session has been developed in discussion with the nurses at Ryegate. The information provided is all from valuable/reliable sources. We will share resources and tools to support a young person who is demand avoidant, and there will be time for peer support and discussion at the end.

      There is no charge for the session and no diagnosis is required. Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 7:00pm - 9:00pm Wednesday 21st Feb 2024
        • WHERE
        Virtual meeting
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  • Information session: Introduction to autism (Feb)

    • This is a two-hour presentation and workshop for parents who are starting their exploration of autism: Whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are waiting for one, or perhaps you suspect that your child might be on the autism spectrum. We will discuss the main traits, challenges and strengths associated with autism and do a bit of myth busting too.

      Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Tuesday 20th Feb 2024
        • WHERE
        Darnall Family Centre,
        563 Staniforth Road,
        Sheffield,
        S9 4RA
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  • Information session: Introduction to autism (Jan)

    • This is a two-hour presentation and workshop for parents who are starting their exploration of autism – whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are waiting for one, or perhaps you suspect that your child might be on the autism spectrum. We will discuss the main traits, challenges and strengths associated with autism and do a bit of myth busting too.

      Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 12:30pm - 2:30pm Tuesday 30th Jan 2024
        • WHERE
        Stradbroke Community Centre,
        Richmond Road,
        Sheffield ,
        S13 8LT
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  • Information session: Introduction to autism (ONLINE)

    • Do you think your child might be autistic? Are they on the waiting list for an autism diagnosis? Or have they recently been diagnosed?

      Join our Peer Support Team for a presentation and workshop for parents who are starting their exploration of autism. We will discuss the main traits, challenges and strengths associated with autism and do a bit of myth busting, too.

      Please note, this session is not suitable for children. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend (register here). Booking essential – reserve your place now.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Wednesday 17th Jan 2024
        • WHERE
        Zoom
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