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The new academic year has just started. As parents and carers, let’s also set our own learning goals. Together, we can gain a deeper understanding of our children’s communication needs and explore effective strategies to support them. Let’s make this year a journey of growth and discovery for the whole family! 👇YouTube resource from NHS […]

Message from Jaime Porstendorfer, Chair of Just Say Parent Carer Forum: Exciting times lie ahead! Just Say are thrilled to announce that we have secured its own dedicated room at NHS NELFT Barking and Dagenham, Children’s Services, The Child and Family Centre in Axe Street this summer. This new space will provide a welcoming environment for

Aspirations and Outcomes Our vision for children with SEND is the same as for all children and young people: to flourish in their early years, succeed in school and college and lead joyful and fulfilling lives. We are passionately committed to nurturing high aspirations and improving outcomes for children and young people, through an increased

First of all, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated Just Say Parent Carer Forum Steering Group. Their commitment, time and energy have made a difference in helping us enhance the services we provide for our children and families.   Please find Just Say’s updates, valuable information and membership application below. Just

In 2024, SEND Team and Just Say Parent Carer Forum made an exciting breakthrough by launching Parents Evening with SEND Local Offer Network at our special schools bridging the gap between our key SEND community resources and SEND families during school parents’ evenings. The response was overwhelming – every single parent who attended rated the

A 6-week in-person programme supporting young people 17-25 in Havering, Barking & Dagenham who are struggling with their mental health.  The sessions are engaging and interactive, providing tips and techniques to help manage common challenges.  A safe and non-judgemental space for young people to connect and have their voices heard.  Dates of next group –

Experience theatre and cinema like never before with relaxed performances and screenings!  Tailored for neurodiverse audiences and anyone who enjoys a more laid-back atmosphere, the following events transform the theatre/cinema-going experience!  Go Live Theatre Go Live Theatre is a charity that uses the power of THEATRE to create inspiring experiences and unlock possibilities for children

Caring for ourselves and supporting those around us aren’t opposing actions; instead, they go hand in hand, fostering positivity and harmony for both individuals and the broader community. If your children are currently awaiting an autism assessment or have recently received a diagnosis, we invite you to explore the following resources. Consider joining and sharing

Area 1: All children and young people with SEND are effectively prepared for adulthood Creation of Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) specific annual review paperwork for children & young people in Year 9 and above, to be rolled out Spring 2025. Greater focus on views and aspirations of the young person and their parents/carers. Annual review

Thank you for being part of our Just Say Annual Conference at Dagenham and Redbridge Football Club on 5th March 2025! It was fantastic to see so many parents, carers, professionals and stallholders (and a very little one!) come together this year. We had the opportunity to engage with information and updates from Emma Sparrow