What is demand-avoidant behaviour? How does it differ from PDA? What does it feel like for a young person to experience it?

This session has been developed in discussion with Ryegate. We will share resources and tools to help you support your child or young person. There is time for discussion at the end.

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

Looking for ways to support your child/young person with their emotional regulation and meltdowns? Would you like to understand more about the triggers behind challenging behaviours and how you can develop a calm empathetic response?

We will look at strategies based on trauma informed practice that you can use at home with your child/young person. It’s also an opportunity to discuss and share experiences with other parent/carers.

This event is open to all parent/carers of children/young people with additional needs in Sheffield. No diagnosis required.

This session is not suitable for young children. Booking essential.

This is a virtual meeting 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.

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

Booking essential. A Teams link will be circulated 24 hours before the meeting.

This workshop, run by the charity Cerebra, aims to support families who are finding it difficult to access services in health, social care and education. The session will not offer legal advice or solve individual issues, but will look at general strategies to use to get the services families need. This will include work on case studies relating to direct payments, respite care, Disabled Facilities Grants, residential placements and school transport.

Please note: This session is not suitable for children. A free lunch will be provided – if you have any special dietary requirements, please let us know by leaving a comment on the booking form.

You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

Fancy spending a little time meeting up with other dads? (Or grandads, uncles, foster carers… in fact, any man who cares for a child/young person with SEND aged 0-25 years)

Then come along to our free snooker group! The group meets on Wednesday evenings at 7-9pm at the Snooker Academy once a month. There’s no obligation to play, you are welcome to just come along and enjoy the warm and supportive atmosphere. If you have any questions, please email peersupport@sheffieldparentcarerforum.org.uk

No need to book, just turn up.