Welcome to our
September 2023 E- Bulletin
We hope you all had chance to take a break at some point over the summer holidays and ready for the start of the new academic year. The IASS team is looking forward to delivering a host of parent carer sessions and bitesize workshops in person and online this term. We will also be offering a drop in session each month at Low Hill Family Hub so please do join us for coffee and chat. Take a look at our events below to see what is coming up in the next few months and make sure you book your place early to avoid disappointment. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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IASS SEND Solutions:
Back to school events September 2023
How to prepare for a meeting -
parent carer workshop
Thursday 21 September 10.30-11:30am
Low Hill Family Hub 26- 28 Fourth Avenue, WV10 9LZ
This session will focus on the graduated approach in schools and colleges, preparing for a meeting with school or college and helping you to get the most from meetings using a person-centred approach.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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SEN support – the graduated approach
Online parent carer workshop
Thursday 28 September 7.00-8.00pm via Microsoft Teams
This session will focus on Wolverhampton’s graduated approach for supporting children and young people.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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Introduction to IASS for professionals
Tuesday 12 September 12.30-1.30pm via Microsoft Teams
Discover more about the IASS and how we support parents, carers and young people. Find out how you can make an appropriate referral to IASS and what we do following a referral.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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IASS SEND Solutions Drop in
at Low Hill Family Hub
Pop in for a coffee and chat to IASS staff from
9.30am to 10.30am on the following mornings:
- Thursday 21 September
- Tuesday 17 October
- Wednesday 22 November
- Wednesday 13 December
Low Hill Family Hub 26- 28 Fourth Avenue, WV10 9LZ
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IASS Autumn Term events October to December 2023
IASS SEND Solutions – parent carer workshops
The following workshops will be delivered at
Low Hill Family Hub 26- 28 Fourth Avenue, WV10 9LZ
Making the most of communication
Tuesday 17 October 10.30-11.30am
Positive Communication exploring alternative methods of communication and an introduction to Makaton.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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Exploring Emotionally Based School
Non-Attendance (EBSNA)
Wednesday 22 November 10.30-11.30am
This session will explore the EBSNA Pathway and how school/college can support pupils who are experiencing severe difficulty in attending school or college.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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Checking a draft EHCP and a
little Christmas cheer with “Merry Makaton”
Wednesday 13 December 10.30-11.30am
This session will be particularly helpful for those who have children with an EHCP or who are in the process of an Education, Health and Care needs assessment.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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IASS online parent carers workshops
Our online workshops are designed for parents and carers but professionals are welcome to book a place.
Demystifying EHCP annual review process
Monday 9 October 10.30 – 11.30am
Understanding the EHCP Annual Review process from start to finish.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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EHCP Taster
Wednesday 16 November 10.30- 11.30am
Understanding the Education, Health and Care needs assessment process from start to finish.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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An introduction to Makaton
Tuesday 7 November 12.30 – 1.00pm
Introducing some useful Makaton signs to use around the home.
Book your place via Eventbrite
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IASS leaflet update
Have you seen our updated service leaflet yet?
Discover how IASS can help you, the support we offer as well as the many ways you can keep informed regarding local events, training opportunities, SEN Support, EHCP's and local processes.
Access here.
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Share your experiences of SEND services and support
Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families are being encouraged to share their experiences of services and support in Wolverhampton.
The city's SEND and Inclusion Partnership Board is looking at how services and support for children and young people with SEND and in alternative provision can be improved.
And it wants to know what children and young people with SEND think about the services and support they have.
There are four surveys, one for children aged 0-10, one for children aged 11 and 12, one for teenagers aged 13 to 17, and one for young people aged 18 and over. To have your say, please visit www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/children-social-care/send-survey by 30 September 2023.
The SEND Partnership and Inclusion Board includes the City of Wolverhampton Council, the Black Country Integrated Care Board, Wolverhampton Information, Advice and Support Service, Wolverhampton Voluntary Community Action, Voice4Parents and local schools. The board works with others to provide services to children and young people with SEND from birth to 25.
Wolverhampton Outreach parent carer events
Book here
Wolverhampton CAMHS parent carer workshops
CAMHS is running a series of free virtual workshops to help parents and carers support their child in navigating mental health challenges.
This is open to any parent or carer with a young person accessing Black Country CAMHS services.
To book call Andrea on 01902 444021.
Sensory Inclusion Service-
British Sign Language course:
A free 18-week British Sign Language course is being delivered by the council's Sensory Inclusion Service from September, for staff, parents and carers of deaf or hard of hearing children and anyone else who wants to learn.
For more information call Danielle Smith on 07971 639631.
IPSEA Back to School Hub
The start of the school year can be an exciting time but may also cause anxiety and concerns for many children with special educational needs and their families.
Parents and carers may find this Back to school hub (ipsea.org.uk) from IPSEA - Independent Provider of Special Education Advice helpful.
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The Witherslack Group-
Back to school:
Access expert SEND advice in supporting your child to return to school.
The Witherslack Group's resource pack includes transition guidance, helping your child with afterschool breakdowns, mental health, mindfulness and parent guidance.
Access here.
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Young Minds-
School anxiety:
If your child is anxious about returning to school, Young Minds offers its guidance in supporting your child to navigate their worries.
Tips include time for discussions, 'family feedback' time, establishing routine and breathing techniques.
Read the article here.
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Mencap- Cost of Living webinars:
If you are the parent, family member, carer or person with a Learning Disability and are looking for extra help and support around the cost of living, Mencap is offering free webinars every Wednesday 1pm to help you navigate budgeting, welfare benefits, housing and energy advice.
Book your place at here.
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Winston’s Wish-Supporting Bereaved children with SEND:
A child with SEND may find it difficult to process the death of a loved one and the changes it will make to their life.
Winston’s Wish offers lots of useful guidance, activities, resources and social stories to help support a SEND child come to terms with their grief.
Access here.
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Complete our evaluation survey
Wolves IASS is always grateful for the wonderful feedback we receive from families that have benefitted from our service.
If you have been supported by IASS previously, we would love to hear about your experience with us.
Please complete our evaluation survey here.
Share your news
We aim to share uplifting stories and good news events from around our wonderful Wolverhampton area!
If you run services or activities for children with a Special Educational Need or Disability or support their families, we would love to hear from you!
Also, if you have a happy news story or wish to celebrate the great work of an organisation, please email ias.service@wolverhampton.gov.uk. Please attach a photo or videos and a short blurb to feature.
We send out the e-bulletin monthly around the first Monday of the month, so we would appreciate this being sent to us by the middle of the previous week.
Our next e-bulletin will be shared early October, so please send any inserts by 27 September 2023.
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