In February, SEND Local Offer participated in Just Say Open Forum which was also a parent training session focused on understanding adolescence in autistic young people. What a privilege it has been for SEND Local Offer to gain insights from our BDSIP colleague and Just Say parents.
The knowledge combined with the real-life experiences shared have been invaluable. The strategies and insights provided by Rebecca Mawson, BDSIP Inclusion Adviser for Autism and Complex Needs, along with the facilitation from Jaime Porstendorfer, Chair of Just Say Forum, encouraged us to reflect on our emotional and wellbeing readiness in supporting our autistic children and young people. Presentation download [PDF attached].
This session embodied the essence of learning to learn and learning to support. Attendees openly shared their experiences and feelings which allowed us to deepen our understanding of our own needs and situations, before effectively supporting our children. We gained greater awareness of our well-being, behaviours, shutdowns, meltdowns – that are essential for helping both our children and ourselves.
A heartfelt thank you to Just Say and BDSIP for providing us with the knowledge and skills to nurture our children at various stages and also enhance our wellbeing as parents.
Contact to find out more
Rebecca Mawson – BDSIP Inclusion Advisor for Autism and Complex Needs rebecca.mawson@bdsip.co.uk
Just Say Parent Carer Forum – 07936 851199 / justsaybdforum@gmail.com