Events

  • Information session: Introduction to demand-avoidant behaviour (15th March)

    • 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
      • 10:00am - 12:30pm Friday 15th Mar 2024
        • WHERE
        Darnall Family Centre,
        563 Staniforth Road,
        Sheffield,
        S9 4RA
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  • Information Session: Neurodisability and Eating (April)

    • Are you finding mealtimes difficult? Do you feel that your child or young person has a restricted diet and would like some support on how to help them widen their food choices?

      Join our Peer Support Team to learn more about neurodisability, food and restrictive/avoidant eating. Meet other parents and carers and discuss any issues around this subject that you would like support 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 – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 12:00pm - 2:30pm Wednesday 17th Apr 2024
      • Ticket
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Stocksbridge Children's Centre,
        648 Manchester Road,
        Sheffield,
        S36 1DY
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  • Subgroup for adoptive parents and foster carers (April)

    • For adoptive parents and foster, SGO and kindship carers of children and young people aged 0-25 years with SEND in Sheffield. Please join our group to give feedback on services and processes for identifying and supporting SEND in looked-after and previously looked-after children. No diagnosis required!

      Please book your place.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Friday 19th Apr 2024
      • Ticket
        • WHERE
        Sharrow Community Forum,
        Old Junior School,
        South View Road,
        Sheffield,
        S7 1DB
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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: 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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