Exeter House School Newsletter 28.06.24
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Parent / Carer Newsletter Items:
Autism Information Pack
Help Develop Information for Parent Carers – Free Gift Voucher
Parent carers have been telling us that they would like more information on certain themes to help them more. We have recently
heard from parent carers through a number of different engagement sessions that more information would be welcome on
themes including:
• understanding what resources and support children and young people with additional needs are able to access in school
regardless of diagnosis
• things to think about when considering moving your child to a different school or setting
• whether or not your child may meet criteria for an Education Health and Care Plan
• legal duties, rights and responsibilities
Wiltshire Council is committed to providing accessible information about SEND and is keen to develop this in partnership with parent carers. In an effort to respond to the feedback we have heard, Wiltshire Council is looking to create some short explanatory videos for parent carers to be added to the Local Offer website.
To begin this piece of work, we are looking for a small group of parent carers who would be willing to form a focus group to explore the above and co-produce video content. In partnership with Wiltshire Council, we intend to hold an initial meeting on Thursday, 27th of June from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the WPCC office in Trowbridge.We would welcome participation from parent carers of children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND.
Parent carers who engage for the duration of this project will receive a gift voucher from the WPCC as a thank you for their time and commitment. Parent carers will also be able to claim out of pocket expenses incurred by attending (travel/mileage reimbursement, car parking and childcare costs).
Places are limited to six people, so please request your place early to avoid disappointment.
If you are interested in participating please telephone the WPCC on: 01225 764647 (option 1) or email: reception@wiltspcc.co.uk
Carers Together Event
Wiltshire Community First are hosting an engagement lunch for parent carers. They are offering a light lunch for up to 20 parent carers, to come and meet them at their office in Devizes. They will be talking about the work they will be doing to support parent carers, going forward. It will also be an opportunity for parent carers to meet other professionals and organisations they will be working with.
When: Wednesday 20th June 2024, 12-2pm
Where: The Community First office, Unit C2, Beacon Business Centre, Hopton Park, Devizes, SN10 2EY
To book, please email: jhculley@communityfirst.org.uk, or call 01380 710316 and leave a message, with your name and contact number.
Free Programme to Boost Mental & Physical Wellbeing for Men
Free 12-week Programme
Starting Monday 24th June 2024, this free programme for men offers opportunities to practise ways which are proven to improve mood, strengthen relationships and support mental health recovery. The programme is open to men aged 20-59 residing in Wiltshire.
Locations and Dates
When: Mondays 11:00am-2:30pm
Where: Trowbridge and surrounding areas
How: Minibus pickup 10:30am at Trowbridge Train Station
What’s Provided
• Free weekly group activities in Trowbridge and surrounding areas
• Free minibus pick up from Trowbridge train station
• Free hot drinks, snacks and a friendly chat! (please bring a packed lunch and drinking water)
Find out More For an application pack, upcoming dates or more details, please contact Wiltshire Wildlife Trust’s Wellbeing Team:
Call: 07702 802 961
Email: wellbeing@wiltshirewildlife.org, or Visit: www.wiltshirewildlife.org/mens-wellbeing
Or follow the link to find out more - Men's Wellbeing through nature
Parent and Carer Sessions
Wiltshire Community First is planning three Parent Carer sessions to run at the Family Hubs across the County at the beginning of July.
When /Where:
• Monday 1st July 2024, pop up stand at the Five Rivers Leisure Centre in Salisbury. Please come down and see them between 3:00pm and 5:00pm. They will have a stand in the foyer.
• Tuesday 2nd July 2024, pop up stand at County Hall in Trowbridge from 10:00am-12:00pm, in the Family Hub. Again, please come down and say hello!
• Wednesday 3rd July 2024, they will be at Monkton Park Family Hub in Chippenham, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. They would love to see you there!