Further to the recent online learning sessions, we are pleased to confirm that recordings of the sessions are now available to view along with other associate presentation material. ‘The Children’s Social Care Review' – “The Case for Change” online learning session recording. This session is presented by NNPCF Co-chair Mrunal Sisodia and Josh McAllister the independent chair of the review. Download the presentation from the learning session along with the survey results taken

Today we have published our final report from Ofsted and CQCs programme of interim visits to local areas. In this report, we look at the history of SEND reforms and the impact that the pandemic has had on children and young people with SEND, and their families. Amanda Spielman, HMCI, has also written a commentary to share more information about the plans for our new area SEND inspection framework. We have produced three short videos which summarise the key information from th

These documents set out the headlines for how we will ask NHS leaders and organisations to operate with their partners in Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) from April 2022 and guidance in respect of what the employment commitment is, its application in practice and how it affects people. The key statement on SEND page 14/15 Relevant statutory duties of CCGs regarding safeguarding, children in care and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) will apply to ICS NHS bodies

It's not rocket science - Considering and meeting the sensory needs of autistic children and young people in CAMHS inpatient services Click here for link to full report

ENCOURAGING POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR Wednesday 23 June 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Click here to book on Tuesday 13 July 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Click here to book on Wednesday 21 July 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Click her to book on HELPING YOUR CHILD SLEEP Wednesday 14 July 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Click here to book on MONEY MATTERS Thursday 17 June 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Click here to book on Friday 9 July 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Click here to book on Thursday 15 July 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Click here to book o

Thank you to Action for Carers for organising the Q&A session with Dominic Raab, Surrey MP and Foreign Secretary on 11th June. We asked: How will the government support families with disabled children who want to visit the EU for holidays, family visits now that the EHIC card scheme is no longer available? He answered: If you have a current EHIC card it will continue to be usable and recognised. There are talks to look at compatible schemes in EU countries to replicate this.

TAKE THE FAMILY FINANCES SURVEY How has the pandemic affected your family's finances? Tell Contact about it for a chance to win a £100 voucher! 👉 bit.ly/CountingTheCosts This year, Contact’s landmark #CountingTheCosts survey will provide a unique snapshot of how Covid-19 has affected the incomes of families with disabled children in the UK. This includes: 🔹 The impact of shielding and furlough 🔹 Extra caring duties and working hours 🔹 Impact on benefits like DLA and Unive

The highs and lows of the pandemics impact on children and young people. The consultation involved over 600 children and young people, 128 parents and 110 professionals who shared their views and experiences. It is the largest consultation to date designed to engage children and young people with SEND to explore the impact of the pandemic on their lives and to understand their support needs moving forward. National Children's Bureau have produced two reports; 1 full report an

We are continuing with this monthly overview to ensure that you know what we do. You will no doubt have joined us in one of our many coffee mornings or speaker events that we tend to host via zoom, but it's likely that you're less aware of the work we do when working with partners such as the local authority, health partners or the voluntary sector. Click the link below to find out a little bit more.