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📣 Kingston Parent Carer Forum and Autism Central are proud to present our 2025 Workshop Series for parents and carers of autistic children.
Our first upcoming workshop is Demand Avoidance
📅 April 2nd
🔍 Learn practical strategies to help your child cope with demands and discover ways to support your family
All workshops are FREE and run by experienced Peer Educators who understand your journey.
✉️ For more information: autismhublondon@contact.org.uk
To register please sign up on Eventbrite via the link www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/autism-hub-london-for-pcf-kingston-demand-avoidance-tickets-1280796840829?…
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Our next Have Your Say & Play session is coming up on Sunday 13th April! ✨
🕐 Time: 1:15pm – 3:15pm
📍 Location: The Pod at YMCA Hawker Centre, Kingston
This exclusive play session for SEND children and young people offers a supportive environment where kids can have fun while parents connect with other carers and hear updates from the Kingston Parent Carer Forum.
Looking for a place where your child can play freely and you can meet other families who understand your journey? Join us!
Questions? Email help@kingstonpcf.co.uk for more details.
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Friday Evening Online Art Therapy Group for Adults – Starting April 11th!
Are you looking for a creative way to support your wellbeing?
We are sharing this opportunity from HCPC registered therapists for a nourishing, creative, reflective space just for you! ✨
Event Details:
When: Fridays, 6pm-7:15pm (Starting April 11th)
Duration: 10-week program
Cost: £35 per session (payable in 2 x 5-week blocks of £175)
Location: Online (accessible from anywhere in the UK)
Led by: HCPC Registered Art Therapists Anne Stegmann and Katherine Heritage
Who might benefit?
This group is ideal for adults seeking ongoing support, including those with:
Long-term health conditions
Life transitions
Anxiety or depression
Caring responsibilities
Preference for virtual therapy
Difficulty finding time for self-care
How to book:
Places are limited! Email katherineheritage@protonmail.com to secure your spot.
No prior art experience needed – just bring yourself and an openness to explore!
Please share with anyone who might benefit from this creative therapeutic space. 🎨
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Scope's Inclusive Children's Books for National Book Week! 📚
This National Book Week in May, discover Scope's collection of children's books featuring disabled characters! As the UK's disability equality charity, Scope is committed to creating a world where all children can see themselves in the stories they read.
For books about autism, check out the recommendations from Happily Ever Elephants and Read Brightly featured on Scope's website!
Visit Scope's website to explore all these inclusive books and resources.
www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/storybooks-featuring-disabled-children
Everyone deserves to see themselves in the stories they read. Support Scope this National Book Week as they champion inclusive storytelling for all children!
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Children's books featuring disabled characters | Disability charity Scope UK
www.scope.org.uk
Books for children featuring disabled characters. This list was from In the Picture campaign.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
An update at today's SEND Parent Consortium. The telephone numbers for SEN Transport have all been checked and are now up to date on the Local Offer
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📣 Calling all parents and carers of children with SEND!
Join in at the next SEND Connect and Play session at The Moor Lane Centre in Chessington on Wednesday 26th March from 10am-12pm.
This is your chance to:
Connect with other SEND families in a supportive environment
Enjoy supervised play activities for your preschool children
Get information from health and support professionals
Meet local Parent Carer Forum members and SEND Champions
Bring your child or come alone – siblings welcome too!
Drop in or contact the Kingston Short Breaks Team for more details at kingstonshortbreaks@achievingforchildren.org.uk
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Kingston Parent Carer Forum is collaborating with Stanley Picker Gallery at
Kingston University to hold free events for families and young people as part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week.
Read more here
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Events for Families & Young People | Stanley Picker Gallery
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Participation Upcoming 20 – 22 March 2025 Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Events for Families & Young People 1 / 1Débora Delmar, Trust, Installation view. Photo by Reece Straw. In consultation wi…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
📚 Help us build our essential reading collection!
We're excited to announce that Kingston PCF, AFC SEND Parent Engagement Officer and Kingston Library Service are creating dedicated shelves of resources specifically for SEND parent carers!
Do you have a book that's been invaluable on your SEND journey? We want to know about it!
Whether you can recommend a title or would like to donate a book to help other families, please complete our short form: forms.gle/bBEkCuDS73xudpRj6
We'll be gathering recommendations and donations alongside books from the current library catalogue to create one comprehensive resource hub for all local parent carers.
Your contribution could make a huge difference to another family's SEND journey!
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Kingston library are dedicating a new shelf to books to help parent carers. We are looking for your recommendations and donations of books you think other parent carers will find useful.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Join Us for Our Next Have Your Say & Play Session 📣
Our next session is on Sunday 13th April from 1:15pm to 3:15pm at YMCA Hawker Centre, The Pod!
This is a private play session exclusively for SEND children and young people, offering:
A safe and welcoming environment
Fun activities and play opportunities
Ball pit and sensory play areas
A chance for parents/carers to connect with others
Updates from the Kingston Parent Carer Forum
These monthly sessions provide a wonderful opportunity for families to meet, share experiences, and have fun while children enjoy dedicated play time!
For more information, email: help@kingstonpcf.co.uk
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