In place of the April SEND Drop-in, which has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 crisis, we have decided to run a Virtual Drop-in from 10am-12pm on the same day.
This is for the benefit of parents and carers of children or young people with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) who are looking to find information and support. Share your stories and ask questions. We will try to help and signpost you to the relevant services and organisations who may be able to give you expert advice and support.
How to Join the Virtual SEND Drop-in
From 10am to 12pm on the 29th of April, you can contact us or any of the following services, who will be on call during this time to help:
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Manchester Parent Carer Forum
Email : info@manchesterparentcarerforum.org.uk or via our contact form
Facebook Messenger : http://facebook.com/mpcfinfo/
Public post on Facebook Event : https://www.facebook.com/events/532443777697506/ -
Local Offer Engagement Team
Mona Bhabuta : 07930 869825
Maria Simpkin : 07976 910324
Email : localoffer@manchester.gov.uk -
Early Help Hub
Helpline: 01612 341977
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IAS (Information, Advice and Support) Manchester Team
Carl McClone : 07908 259971
Email : parents@manchester.gov.uk -
Lifted Carers Centre
Email : info@liftedcarerscentre.org.uk
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One Education (Educational Psychologists)
Audrey Johnson : 07776 762375
Email : audrey.johnson@oneeducation.co.uk -
Short Breaks Team
Jenny Horlock : 07946 395493
Helen Osei : 07866 001469
Questions from Last Month’s Virtual SEND Drop-in
We have produced an FAQ (“Frequently Asked Questions”) from parents who participated at the March virtual drop-in:
With thanks to the Local Offer Team and participating services for coming together to produce the list.
Future SEND Early Help Local Offer Drop-ins
Click here for information about future SEND Early Help Drop-ins across Manchester or to learn more about the SEND Local Offer in Manchester. Please note that, due to the coronavirus situation, we may need to replace future drop-ins with virtual session like this.