Bexley Voice

Description

This workshop is for parent carers of children and young people who are questioning whether their child or young person may be neurodiverse. Neurodiversity is a word used to explain the unique ways people's brains work. While everyone's brain develops similarly, no two brains function just alike. Being neurodivergent means having a brain that works differently from the average or 'neurotypical' person. Although neurodiversity covers a broad spectrum of conditions, in this workshop, we will focus on Autism and ADHD. 

Why attend?

We know that it can be difficult to understand if your child's behaviours are due to neurodiversity, so this workshop is your opportunity to find out more.

We will look at sensory sensitivities, masking and burnout, the different pathways to diagnosis, SEN (special educational needs) support and EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans), signposting to support and giving you an opportunity to ask any questions that you may have.

Under age 5 and age 5-18 workshops will be available as the pathways to diagnosis and support will vary.

Where are they held? 

The workshops are held online and in person, either during the day or in the evening. 

In person: Danson Youth Centre, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath, DA7 4EZ
Online: via Microsoft TEAMS sessions from your home (you may need to download the app to your laptop or phone)

Who can attend?

They are available to Bexley Voice members.  If you are not a member, click here to apply to join (free membership is open to parents and carers of children or young people with special needs or disabilities who live in the Bexley borough and/or attend a Bexley borough educational setting).

When are they held?

Various. See below.

Do I need to book?

Yes, spaces are limited. You will need to complete the booking form on our events calendar. 

Although the workshops are provided free of charge, they do require Bexley Voice resources to run (finances and volunteer time), so it is very important that any registered places are taken up. If you know that you cannot attend a session, for which you have registered, we respectfully request that you let us know in advance, so that we can either offer someone else a space or postpone the session. If you need to cancel on the day, due to unforeseen circumstances, please let us know as soon as possible, even if this is after the event. We understand fully that on the day there can be emergencies which mean people cannot attend sessions for which they have registered.

Please contact:

Stacey.yusuf@bexleyvoice.org.uk