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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity in Education training for Parents and Carers
DESCRIPTION:Organised by Manchester Parent Carer Forum. For more information\, visit \nhttps://manchesterparentcarerforum.org.uk/event/exploring-neurodiversity-workshop-south-2025/ \n 
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/neurodiversity-in-education-training-for-parents-and-carers/
LOCATION:Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre\, Portway\, Wythenshawe\, Manchester\, M22 1QW
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SUMMARY:SEND Community Offer Relaxed Cinema Screening – “Mufasa: The Lion King”
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Parent Carer Forum run relaxed cinema sessions in partnership with Manchester City Council\, as part of the city’s SEND Community Offer. \nTo learn and more and sign up\, visit https://manchesterparentcarerforum.org.uk/event/relaxed-cinema-screening-send-community-offer-may2025/
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/send-community-offer-relaxed-cinema-screening-mufasa-the-lion-king/
LOCATION:GRUB\, 50 Red Bank\, Cheetham Hill\, M4 4HF
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SUMMARY:Manchester Parent Carer Forum: Family Law – Looked After Children
DESCRIPTION:Text from organiser: \nThis session will be delivered by students from The University of Law and is FREE to book for parents and carers of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) in Manchester. \nThe presentation will cover: \n\nChild in Need and the duties of the Local Authority (LA)\n\nSection 17 of the Children’s Act : Duty to children in need – what is a Child in Need?\nLooked after in care of the LA\nSection 20 of the Children’s Act\n\n\nParental Responsibility (PR)\n\nWho has PR?\nWhat happens when the child turns 18?\nPerhaps also why does it matter?\n\n\nContact\n\nLong term foster care\nSection 34 of the Children’s Act\nTypes of contact – supervised and unsupervised\nRight to contact\n\n\nBest interests of the child & court proceedings\n\nSection 1 of the Children’s Act\nPublic Law Outline (PLO) meetings\nEntitlement to legal aid\n\n\n\nLunch will be provided at the end of the session. \nPlease let us know if you need any help with booking a place or with transportation to/from the venue. \n\nAbout the Trainers:\nThe session will be delivered by students from The University of Law\, with thanks to Fay Sayers (Senior Tutor & BPC LLM Supervisor\, Pro Bono Co-ordinator/Supervising Solicitor\, and Fellow of the HEA at The University of Law) for coordinating the session. \nAcknowledgements:\nWe are also grateful to the SEND Local Offer for making this possible. \n  \nOnline Event click here
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/manchester-parent-carer-forum-family-law-looked-after-children/
LOCATION:online
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SUMMARY:Understanding Communication Differences (North Manchester)
DESCRIPTION:Text from organizer: \nThis session is aimed at parents/carers of PRIMARY and SECONDARY school-aged children.  \nNOTE: Other sessions in Central and South Manchester are also available.\n \nThis workshop is led by a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in the Social Communication Pathway and will provide the opportunity to: \n\nDevelop your understanding of neurodiversity and communication.\nConsider different preferences and characteristics of communication.\nThink about the factors that can impact on communication.\nConsider your own communication.\nThink about environmental adjustments to support your child to communicate more easily.\nHear about the experiences of other families and share your own experiences if you wish.\n\nBiscuits\, tea and coffee will be provided. \nIf you need an interpreter to access the session\, please email mft.scppostdiagnosticworkshops@nhs.net with at least a week’s notice before the session. Each session can only cater for one interpreter so please contact the SCP team ASAP if you require one. \nAny queries about this session can be directed to: mft.scppostdiagnosticworkshops@nhs.net \nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/understanding-communication-differences-north-manchester/
LOCATION:Broadhurst Community Centre\, Lightbowne Rd\, Moston Manchester\, M40 0FJ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Parent/Carer Coffee Morning – St. Matthew’s RCHS Neurodiversity in Education
DESCRIPTION:Text from organizer: \nDo you have a neurodivergent* child or young person at St. Matthew’s RC High School? \nIf so\, you are invited to our coffee morning at the school on Thursday\, the 9th of January\, 10am to 12pm. \nThese sessions are a chance for parents and carers to bond through our peer-to-peer support.\nWe’ll also be hosting feedback sessions to gather your thoughts and those of young people\, so we can pass on your comments and ideas to the school staff. Plus\, there are workshops on neurodiversity just waiting for you to dive in and attend! \nIf you have any questions or feedback\, please send them to jodie.shepherd@manchesterparentcarerforum.org.uk \n* Neurodivergent is an umbrella term for anyone with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)\, autism\, Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD or dyspraxia)\, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)\, dyslexia\, learning disability\, Tourette’s Syndrome\, and any other conditions/differences that are not considered ‘neurotypical’. \n  \nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/parent-carer-coffee-morning-st-matthews-rchs-neurodiversity-in-education/
LOCATION:St. Matthew’s RC High School\, Nuthurst Road\, Moston\, Manchester\, M40 0EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:SEND Coffee Morning @ Co-op Academy Manchester
DESCRIPTION:Text from organiser: \nCo-op Academy Manchester is hosting us for monthly SEND Coffee Mornings as part of the Neurodiversity in Schools project. \nThese informal sessions are for parents and carers with neurodivergent* children and young people currently going to this school. \nThe coffee mornings aim to: \n\nSupport parents and carers of children with SEND by connecting them to Manchester Parent Carer Forum and other families;\nShare feedback about what’s going well and what could be even better;\nOffer a chance to hear about and help shape developments from the SEND offer at Co-op Academy Manchester.\n\n\n* Neurodivergent is an umbrella term for anyone with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)\, autism\, Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD or dyspraxia)\, Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)\, dyslexia\, learning disability\, Tourette’s Syndrome\, and any other conditions/differences that are not considered ‘neurotypical’. \nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/send-coffee-morning-co-op-academy-manchester/
LOCATION:Co-op Academy Manchester\, Plant Hill Road\, Higher Blackley\, Manchester\, M9 0WQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Twilight Trail – Festive Lights Show
DESCRIPTION:Text from organiser: \nLet’s go for a visit to the festive lights trail at Mayfield Park! Join us for a walk around the park\, taking in the beautiful scenery along the Twilight Trail. \n\nA member of the MPCF team will welcome you at the entrance between 6:45 to 7:15pm.\nEntrance timings are strict but\, once inside\, you can stay for as long as you like.\n\nPlease note that you are responsible for your own children’s safety throughout the session. \nAs part of the SEND Community Offer\, this event is FREE to book for families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) who live in the city of Manchester. \n  \nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/twilight-trail-festive-lights-show/
LOCATION:Mayfield Park\, Boardman Gate Entrance\, 11 Baring St\, Manchester\, M1 2PY\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:SEND Community Offer Relaxed Cinema Screening – Home Alone
DESCRIPTION:Text from organiser: \n  \nJoin us and other families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) for a FREE relaxed screening of “Home Alone“! \nThe movie is rated PG in the UK; please visit IMDb.com for a parental guide. \nSiblings without SEND are welcome to join. \nGuests can also get free popcorn. \n\n\nWhat makes it “SEND-Friendly”?\nManchester Parent Carer Forum (MPCF) is committed to making the event as welcoming and comfortable as possible. You can expect: \n\nThis event is exclusive to families and groups that are accompanying children and young people with additional needs and/or disabilities.\nPeace of Mind – All MPCF staff and volunteers have lived experience of SEND so you can rest assured that there will be a level of empathy and understanding with any needs or quirks that may arise on the day. Please speak to a member of the team if you have a request to make for a better experience.\nA Quieter Experience – The cinema will reduce the volume if needed and we can request for some lights to be kept on\, ensuring that your visit will not be too overwhelming.\nAlternative Access – Wheelchair and buggy users can enter the cinema via the level access door for those that wish to make use of it.\nIn Your Own Time – No need to rush and bustle. Whether you are coming late or have to leave early\, it’s okay with us.\n\n\n\nImportant Notes:\n\nYou will remain responsible for your family’s safety and well-being during the cinema session. Please ensure that your children are supervised by a responsible adult at all times during the screening.\nThis session is part of Manchester’s SEND Community Offer. The cinema screening is exclusively for families of children and young people with SEND living in a ward/area covered by Manchester City Council.\nLet us know if you wish to make table reservations for a post-movie bite-to-eat. This weekend\, GRUB will have stallholders at their Food Fair downstairs from the cinema: enjoy amazing food from the likes of Mary’s Cakery Makery and Rio Mex. Please note that your ticket only covers table reservations; food and drink purchases will be at your own cost.\nUse of the cinema is subject to GRUB/Cultplex’s terms and conditions. Please ensure that you’ve read the T&Cs before booking.\n\n\nAcknowledgements:\nMuch thanks to the SEND Local Offer for making this possible. \nWe’d also like to thank GRUB for providing us with a wonderful cinema package that families can enjoy. \n\n\nLooking for other SEND-friendly activities?\nThis family event is part of Manchester’s SEND Community Offer. \nTo find out more about the SEND Community Offer and stay up-to-date with everything SEND in Manchester\, please subscribe to the Local Offer newsletter and/or follow us on social media.
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/send-community-offer-relaxed-cinema-screening-home-alone/
LOCATION:50 Red Bank\, Cheetham Hill Manchester\, 50 Red Bank\, Cheetham Hill Manchester\, M4 4HF\, Manchester\, M4 4HF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Manchester Parent Carer Forum: Relaxed Cinema Screening of I.F.
DESCRIPTION:An accessible cinema session for families of children with additional needs. \nhttp://manchesterparentcarerforum.org.uk/event/relaxed-cinema-screening-send-community-offer-aug2024/
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/manchester-parent-carer-forum-relaxed-cinema-screening-of-i-f/
LOCATION:GRUB\, 50 Red Bank\, Cheetham Hill\, M4 4HF
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SUMMARY:Manchester Parent Carer Forum: Early Year SEND Stay and Play
DESCRIPTION:A stay-and-play session for children with additional needs aged 0 to 5 years. \nhttps://bit.ly/early-years-summer-2024
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/manchester-parent-carer-forum-early-year-send-stay-and-play/
LOCATION:Martenscroft Nursery School and Sure Start Centre\, 33 Epping Street\, Manchester\, M15 6PA
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SUMMARY:Manchester Parent Carer Forum: Carers Week Well-being Day
DESCRIPTION:Carers Week Well-being Day\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a celebration with fellow parents & carers of children and young people with SEND. Have a brew & food\, chat\, get pampered\, enjoy.  \n\nFor registering and information\, see the Eventbrite link
URL:https://www.carersmanchester.org.uk/event/manchester-parent-carer-forum-carers-week-well-being-day/
LOCATION:Windrush Millennium Centre\, Alexandra Road\, M16 7WD
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