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In this issue:
Welcome to the latest edition of "In Partnership", showcasing the latest happenings in and around Coventry in support of children and young people with SEND.
With demand increasing for many services, families may not always find it easy to find support for their young people. However, in trying to bridge that gap, there are lots of places that can offer helpful tips and strategies in enabling young people to learn and develop; both from professionals and also other parents/young people.
I'd also love to highlight the "AmbasSENDors Group" which is run through SENDIASS. We've currently got some spaces available to join us for any young people (11-16yrs) who attend mainstream school - it's an opportunity to chill out, enjoy some activities and talk about their experiences of school and the community. We purposefully have low numbers for those that might find social situations more difficult, and are happy to meet with young people beforehand if they are not sure about attending. If you might be interested, let us know!
We are always happy to highlight any additional activities or events which might be of interest to children and young people (and their families), so please feel free to send them to sendnews@coventry.gov.uk
If you live in Coventry and have a child or young person who has selective mutism you may be interested in a new online Parent Support Group being led by Coventry's Educational Psychology Service (EPS) and Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service.
Meetings will take place each half term and offer an opportunity to meet other parents and share ideas and support.
For more information contact your Speech and Language Therapist or call
024 76 961455.
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Peer support groups are a way to connect with others who have similar experiences with mental health, it can be used to boost your mental health and it can be used to access the community. Meeting other people with similar experience improves confidence and to realise one is not alone.
When: Wednesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm
Where: Wellington Gardens, Windsor St, Coventry CV1 3BT
For more information about the group/service contact Safe Haven:
TEL: 024 7601 7200
Email: support@cwsafehaven.org.uk
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Coventry's Social, Emotional, Mental Health and Learning Team (SEMHL) have produced information aimed at parents (and professionals) to help understand and support their children's additional needs.
With resources focussing on auditory processes, dyslexia, memory skills and gross/fine motor skills, the guides aim to give practical activities which can be used at home (and in educational settings).
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Warwick Art Centre has free creative activities for families every Sunday. Drop in for creative workshops led by their featured artists-in-residence. Working across visual arts, dance, drama, spoken word and music. Spend time together as a family making, exploring and having fun.
Free, no need to book, just drop in!
When: Every Sunday between 5 May and 23 June 2024 from 1.30pm until 4.00pm.
Where: Warwick Arts Centre, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL
For more information contact: 024 7649 6000
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Are you looking for an opportunity to get into employment?
If you have an EHCP, and are between the ages of 18-24, Project SEARCH might be just what you're looking for.
Project Search is a one-year supported internship programme in Coventry, aiming to support young people with SEND into paid employment.
- a real workplace
- job coach and department mentor.
- daily classroom sessions on employability and independent living skills, delivered onsite at the host business.
Interested? Contact Hannah Rogers on 07534 280586 or email hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk for an informal chat.
Coventry SENDIASS AmbasSENDors group is looking for some new members.
If you're between 11-16, have a special educational need/disability and are attending a mainstream school, we'd love to invite you along!
We meet once a month, normally at the Coventry Boys and Girls Club on a Tuesday between 5.30pm and 7pm, with a view of having some fun, socialising with other young people and contributing to discussion about support you receive at school and in the community.
Anyone interested can call us 02476 694307 or email iass@coventry.gov.uk
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Are you a parent or carer of a child who has SEND who will start secondary school in September 2024?
Coventry City Council are offering parents and carers in Coventry a short specialist course developed by a team of Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Child Psychotherapists designed to support both you and your child as they transition into secondary school.
Building on the principles of nurturing emotional wellbeing shaped by the Solihull Approach, the course will help you to develop your communication, support their development.
To find out more about this, or other courses on offer, and to book your place, visit the 'In Our Place' webpage below.
FREE ACCESS CODE: SPIRES3
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The booking hotline for SHORT BREAKS May half term activities 2024 will be open from Monday 13 May 2024 until Friday 17 May 2024 from 09.00am until 4.00pm.
To book call 024 7697 5464 or visit www.coventry.gov.uk/bookashortbreak during this period.
Please note you do not require ‘a code’ to book onto Community Short Breaks activities.
Bookings either online or by telephone that are outside of the dates and times stated will be added to the ‘waiting list’ if spaces are no longer available.
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CASS toolbox workshops are short, 1hr topic-based online sessions for parents, carers and family members of autistic, or undiagnosed autistic, children in Coventry and Warwickshire.
Upcoming workshops include:
'Anger and meltdowns' 21/05/24 (7pm) & 'Raising self-esteem' 18/06/24 (7pm)
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SENDIASS offer a range of SEND related sessions throughout the year both independently and in partnership with other agencies. You can find out more information about the upcoming SENDIASS events below, or future sessions, via the SENDIASS website.
To hear about our sessions and events first hand contact us via iass@coventry.gov.uk and ask to join our mailing list!
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SENDIASS Coffee Morning - next session 11/06/24
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SENDIASS Drop-In Session - next session 22/05/24
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ADHD and Emotional Regulation - June 2024 (Date TBC)
Visit our events page to find out more/for booking instructions.
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Ladybug Lodge offer 'Stay and Play' sensory sessions for children and young people with SEND throughout school holidays at community venues in Coventry.
Find out what's on this May half term via their webpage below or Lady Bug Lodge Facebook page.
Contact: Tel: 07523 329786 Email: info@ladybuglodge.co.uk
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Coventry Parent Carer Forum (CPCF) are offering a FREE online workshop (with an experienced CAMHS Occupational Therapist) around supporting children with anxiety.
When: 10am -12pm, Weds 22 May
Where: Online
To register your interest contact: Lynne Barton lynnebarton@entrustcarepartnership.org.uk or TEL: 07712 326273
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As young people with SEND get older, conversations should centre around the phrase "Preparing for Adulthood". This is recognised within all national guidance for SEND and, whilst preparations should start at the earliest age, it commonly tends to apply to those between the ages of 14-25.
In July, Coventry SEND will be running a "Pathways into Employment and Training" focussing on the options available to young people when leaving school, and encourage young people, their families and professionals working with them to come along.
There will be an information fair and talks by local providers which everyone attending can access according to their interests. Full details will be available mid-June.
When: 10am -12pm, Friday 12 July
Where: Coventry Council House, Committee Rooms 2 and 3
Who for: Children and young people (ages 14-25) and those supporting them (families or professionals)
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For families with children with Autism to meet. Activities are provided for the children and parents can relax and chat over a cup of tea or coffee.
Upcoming sessions:
15 June 2024
July and August - summer break
7 September 2024
Time: 2pm - 4.30pm
Venue: St George's Church, Barkers Butts Lane, Coventry, United Kingdom, CV6 1EA
Cost: £4 per family (siblings welcome)
Contact: Sue Moazzenkivi: susankivi@yahoo.co.uk
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Is your child aged 1 or over?
Would you like advice around sleep issues?
Join this FREE online 'SLEEP TIGHT WORKSHOP' that looks at the importance of sleep, understanding sleep cycles, causes of sleep issues and what you can do to support your child to sleep better. This session will be delivered by a parenting practitioner who has been trained by The National Sleep Charity
There are three dates available:
- Friday 24 May 2024 - 1pm-2.30pm
- Monday 10 June 2024 - 12pm-1.30pm
- Tuesday 25 June 2024 - 9.30am-11am
Please email parenting@coventry.gov.uk for more information/to book.
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Thrive are running a six-week course introducing you to the fundamentals of 'Thrive' and how it works in practice.
Have you ever wondered what's happening when your child:
- Won't listen?
- Answers back?
- Has a tantrum?
This course will help you learn about the amazing growth of your child's brain through childhood, and help support their emotional development.
The course will run every Friday 10am-12pm, starting on 7 June 2024
For more information contact: Bev Kelly on 07983 545269 or 024 7669 72775.
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A booklet providing useful information about services and support available for those who are diagnosed or who self-identify as neurodivergent, and those who care for and support them.
Access the booklet via the Dimensions webpage.
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Rise is a family of NHS-led services providing emotional wellbeing and mental health services for children and young people in Coventry and Warwickshire.
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The Family Hubs can help you find and get help from different services in the area and will be able to give you information, advice and support.
If you need additional support please contact your nearest Hub directly to find out if there is anything they can do to help.
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Kooth is an anonymous digital counselling and support service for children and young people aged 11-25 years providing access to emotional wellbeing and early intervention mental health support. For more information visit the Kooth webpage.
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Coventry City Council have developed a 'Cost of living and wellbeing support' webpage. This page has a broad range of links to information and advice you may find useful if you’re struggling financially and require support with helping you manage the cost of living pressures.
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'Act on Energy' provides free impartial advice on energy efficiency and grants and projects available in your area to help keep you warm this winter.
To find out more visit the Act on Energy Website
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P3 can provide help with: Housing/tenancy issues, independent living skills, money management/benefit advice, health and well-being or general advice and support.
Contact P3 on 08081 962660 or visit your local family hub to find out more.
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Coventry Citizens Advice provide a range of free, confidential advice, including housing, benefits and debt.
You can contact them via their Advice Line: 0800 144 88 48
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The Coventry Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Local Offer brings together information for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families.
The SEND Local Offer will cover services available to the public across education, health and social care:
Education: such as nurseries, playgroups, schools and colleges as well as support services like Educational Psychology and SEN services
Health: children's and adult services including GPs, therapists and hospital services
Social care: such as short break services and children's and adult disability services.
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If you have any comments or wish to contribute something to the next bulletin, please let us know by contacting us sendnews@coventry.gov.uk
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