Does your child or young person experience sensory differences? Join the Peer Support team for a friendly session to understand sensory needs, how they may affect daily life and ways to offer support.

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.

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.

Would you like to understand more about trauma informed practice and why it matters for your child/ young person with SEND? Join the Peer Support team for a friendly introduction to trauma informed approaches, including how trauma can affect behaviour, relationships and support needs.

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.

Is eating or mealtimes difficult for your child or young person with SEND? Our Peer Support team will welcome you for a friendly session exploring eating challenges, possible reasons behind them and supportive ways to help.

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.

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.

Would you like to better understand demand avoidant behaviour and how it can affect children and young people? Come and meet the Peer Support team for a friendly introduction to demand avoidance, including possible triggers, everyday challenges and supportive approaches.

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.

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.

Coffee & Chat is a drop-in style coffee morning for parent carers, with bookable one-to-one consultations with a professional running alongside it. This month we will be joined by the Preparation for Adulthood team. Book your slot here 

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 peer support team.

Do you have a child or young person who may be autistic, or would you like to learn more about autism? Come along and meet with our Peer Support team for a friendly introduction to autism, including common strengths, differences and support needs.

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.

Does your child or young person with SEND experience anxiety? Join the Peer Support team online for a friendly session about understanding anxiety, how it can show up and practical ways to offer support.

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.

Would you like to better understand demand avoidant behaviour and how it can affect children and young people? Come and meet the Peer Support team for a friendly introduction to demand avoidance, including possible triggers, everyday challenges and supportive approaches.

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.

Do you have a young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Are you thinking about their future and what support may be available? Come and meet the Peer Support team for a friendly session about preparing for adulthood, including choices, planning and next steps.

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.