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  • Starting Your Own Business

    Business Sheffield Business Sheffield help those wanting to set up their own business. This includes those who have special educational needs and disabilities. They have a team of specialist advisors who can give help, advice and support. Helping is what Business Sheffield do. They give people the confidence to take the first step. They know the value of entrepreneurs, of local business, of how both of those help our communities and make sure people have jobs. How Business Sheffield can help They can help with: what you need to know to start a business advice on business premises helpful workshops on business topics One to one support Networking Further information and contact To find out more, please visit their website . You can contact them on: Telephone: 0114 224 5000 E-mail: businesssheffield@sheffield.gov.uk…

  • Group Programmes

    Sheffield Parent Hub - Group Programmes Group parenting programmes are for those who are finding being a parent a bit of a challenge. Programmes range from 5 to 15 weeks. Covering the full range of parenting strategies with personalised support to help you put these into practice back home… the family and how these affect you and your baby support to understand your baby’s crying/ sleeping / feeding, and the practicalities of your baby’s routine For parents/carers of babies under 9 months old at the start of the course. Duration: 9 weeks Incredible Years 3-8 The programme… to parents/carers of young people aged from 12 to 16 years old. The course is led by trained EPEC (Empowering Parents, Empowering Communities) parent facilitators and aims to support you to manage both you and your teen's feelings, communicate and interact positively with your teen, use positive…

  • Want to give a compliment?

    to discuss with us what was happening both in relation to the assessment process and the draft EHCP. Compliment to the Autism Social Communication (ASC) Team After a visit to St Jospeh's Catholic Primary: Staff feel that support from the ASC Team has been invaluable this year and easy… pieces of work that anyone has ever done with him. I had lots of help and excellent communication from the Inclusion Officer. I am new to this process and it had the potential to be quite anxiety provoking for J and for me. Thank you for helping us get through it with support and kindness.…

  • Safeguarding for Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

    the Police by calling 999. Reporting Child Abuse If you are worried that a child or young person is: at risk of being hurt, abused or neglected is being hurt, abused or neglected Please contact the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub on 0114 273 4855. Where a family needs support but it is not a child protection risk, please see Services to support you and your family. Read more about the different types of child abuse. Reporting Adult Abuse If you are worried that a young person aged 18 or over is: at risk of being hurt, abused or neglected is being hurt, abused or neglected Please…

  • Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2024

    time to adapt. You might experience a range of emotions, from feeling a bit down or anxious to feeling completely overwhelmed and finding it hard to cope. In Sheffield, we are committed to directing parents and families to support services and advocating for those affected by Maternal Mental Health to access the information and help needed for recovery. Remember, you are not alone if you are feeling low. Talk to your midwife, GP, or health visitor. They can provide support and guide you to local services that can help. Your local Family Hub can also assist with any challenges you are facing. Visit the Parent and Infant Mental Health page for links to advice and support available in Sheffield. Join us in celebrating Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week at your local Family Hub! This year’s theme is ‘Stronger Together’, so our Family Hubs have partnered with the Parent and Infant…

  • SSENDIAS

    Sheffield SEND Information and Advice Service (SSENDIAS) Sheffield SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SSENDIAS) are a statutory service. They support young people, parents/carers of children and young people (0-25 years old) who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). SSENDIAS offer impartial, confidential information, advice & support to parents/carers of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This is for education and related health and social care needs. They are joint commissioned and funded by The Local Authority… and options SEN Support in nurseries, schools, colleges, and other educational establishments Advice around Education Health and Care (EHC) Needs Assessment and Plans Suspension & Exclusion advice Support to resolve disagreements and complaints procedures. SEND Mediation and Appeals…

  • Relationships Matter

    is not the same as domestic abuse – if you are afraid of your partner or feeling that they control your life then this is more likely to be domestic abuse and support is available for you. Please seek help by: Visiting the Domestic abuse | Sheffield City Council website Calling the free Sheffield Domestic Abuse Helpline for local support and information Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm: 0808 808 2241. Calling the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247 (open 24 hours a day) In an emergency, when you or someone you know is at risk of immediate harm, call 999. Parental Conflict Do you… or worried and is this getting in the way of managing everyday life? Are you not able to say sorry after an argument and move on? Are you using hurtful texts, emails or social media against each other? Separating better: digital support for separating parents Are you a parent going through…

  • Anxiety and Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance

    with you to agree an action plan, which should include review meetings. This might be an Extended Support Plan . You should also involve your GP early on. Your GP can refer your child to mental health support, such as Door 43 or CAMHS . You may also need medical evidence to avoid being fined or prosecuted for your child’s non-attendance. Who can support? The Family Intervention Service (formerly MAST) can help families with school attendance issues and provide early mental health support. All schools have access to Educational Psychology support. They have put together an Emotionally Based School Avoidance advice document for schools and some training materials. This is under the Links and documents section on this page. If your child’s anxiety is related to a known special educational need, then the relevant Local Authority support team ( Autism and Social Communication Team…

  • Exam time

    Exam time Exam-Time, examtime Tests and exams can be a challenging part of school life and can feel overwhelming for children and young people. It may be tricky to know how to support them through this difficult period but as a parent or carer, there are things you can do to help them ease the stress. Spot the signs of stress Common signs that your child is experiencing stress include: Upset stomach. Disturbed sleep. Loss of appetite. Being irritable. Low mood. Having someone to talk to about their work can help. Support from a parent, teacher or friend can help young… and normal, but also offer support and solutions where possible. Tip 2 Work with your child to find what revision style, study plan works for them. Encourage your child to take revision breaks and find a balance between studying and doing things they find enjoyable and relaxing. Make sure…

  • Play, Chat and Learn at home

    Activities to try at home that can support your child’s development The more we play, chat and learn with our children, the more we help build their brains. Any time, anywhere, whether at home or out and about, it all adds up. There’s no need to buy lots of toys or have big days out…: Reading tips, activities, story-time videos, book recommendations and more National Literacy Trust: Milestones, tips, resources and advice for parents to support their child’s literacy development Institute of Wellbeing: Advice to support literacy development and wellbeing kits to help parents take care of their family and their mind Speech and Language UK: Support for parents who are worried about their child’s language development Early Years Alliance: Practical tips for parents to support their child to learn through play …