Family Voice Norfolk

05/09/2025

Asperger East Anglia King’s Lynn adult social group is back on the 10th September

📍Venue - The Discovery Centre in North Lynn (PE30 2LA)
🗓 Every other Wednesday starting on the 10th September
⏰ 12pm - 1.30pm

The group is an opportunity to socialise with other like-minded diagnosed adults, play board games & experience nature-based / well-being crafting activities, both inside and out in the beautiful outdoor garden space.

They also run a monthly Activities club for their group members. These activities include bowling, lunch out and other fun meet ups in the community.

To find out more or to attend a group session and becoming a member, please email Jade at Asperger East Anglia 👉 J.saint-laurent@aperger.org.uk

You can find out more about Asperger East Anglia here 👉

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04/09/2025

If you are looking for any education SEND Information, advice or support please visit Norfolk SENDIASS website to access their information booklets and resources
https://www.norfolksendiass.org.uk/informationzone
You can also book an appointment to speak with an advisor
https://www.norfolksendiass.org.uk/about-us/book-an-appointment-2

Source: Norfolk SENDIASS

We are experiencing high volumes of bookings, before you book an appointment with an advisor please check our Information zone, Frequently Asked Questions, Information booklets or ask our website Chat box.

04/09/2025

Carers Wellness Events this September from Carers Voice Norfolk and Waveney!

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Carers Wellness Events this September! 📢

If you're a Carer in Norfolk or Waveney, join us for a range of fun and mindful activities designed to help you relax and focus on your wellness- completely free!

Monday 8th September, 10:30am – 12:00pm
💆‍♀Guided Indian Head Massage
Thursday 25th September, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
🪴 Windowsill Gardening & Seated Yoga

As the wellness sessions will be delivered online you are free to join and leave the sessions at any time as necessary.

Sign up to receive the link here or scan the QR code: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/Carers-seated/

04/09/2025

The Recovery College offers free educational courses to young people aged 16+ living in Norfolk and Suffolk who are looking to improve their mental health/well-being recovery.

The new timetable is now available for the Sept-Dec term. They have increased their in-person courses and have added in new locations. You can view the timetable and sign up here 👉https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/download/autumn-winter-timetable-2025pdf.pdf?ver=8395&doc=docm93jijm4n4599.pdf

If you’re not sure where to start, they can offer you a Learning Support call with an experienced Tutor who can help you choose the best courses that suit your needs. You can request this by contacting them by email on RecoveryOnline@nsft.nhs.uk or phone 0300 303 4419

You can learn more about the Recovery College here 👉 https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/about-recovery-college/

03/09/2025

🚨📱 On the 7 September 2025 at 3pm the government will be carrying out a national test of the UK Emergency Alerts system.

The test alert will be sent to all compatible 4G and 5G mobile phones and compatible tablets across the UK.

You may wish to let your children know this is happening or you have the option to opt out of emergency alerts by changing the settings on the phone. You can find details on how to do this here 👉 https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

More information here 👉 https://www.gov.uk/alerts/public-testing

Source: gov.uk

About emergency alerts service testing

03/09/2025

🗓 The application closing date for the Visible Volunteer Project is Sunday 7th September!

Open to neurodivergent young people aged 16 to 25.

🌟 CALLING ALL NEURODIVERGENT YOUNG PEOPLE IN NORFOLK! 🌟

Explore Your Voice. Build Confidence. Discover Volunteering.

Are you aged 16 to 25, neurodivergent, and living in Norfolk?
Do you want to explore how you can make a difference in your community, share your story, and build skills in a supportive, creative environment?

Nansa is inviting 8 young people to take part in a free, exciting new project –
The Visible Volunteering Project – leading up to Norfolk’s Visible Festival of Neurodiversity in March 2026!

💬 What’s Involved?
You’ll take part in 6 creative and empowering workshops designed to help you:
✅ Build confidence and self-expression
✅ Discover what volunteering could look like for you
✅ Connect with others and share your voice
✅ Shape your own path in a way that works for you

You’ll also help co-create a gallery installation for the Visible Festival and attend the event at The Forum in Norwich to celebrate and showcase your journey!

📅 Workshop Dates (All 10am–2:30pm at Nansa Lodge, Woodcock Road, Norwich):
Wednesday 24th September 2025
Wednesday 22nd October 2025
Wednesday 17th December 2025
Wednesday 14th January 2026
Wednesday 11th February 2026

Plus:
🎉 Attend the Visible Festival on
Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th March 2026

🎁 What’s Included?
Completely FREE to take part
Refreshments and travel support available
A friendly, inclusive space that values you
Ongoing opportunities after the project ends

🕒 Apply by: Sunday 7th September 2025

To complete an expression of interest form, visit our website
https://www.nansa.org.uk/the-visible-volunteering-project/

03/09/2025

Join us at the next Making Sense of SEND event.

Attend talks on SEND support and reasonable adjustments.

As well as us, they’ll be lots of information stands to visit and chat to. You can find out more about the event and the services attending by scanning the QR code or here 👉 https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/40579/Making-Sense-of-SEND

You can book here 👉 https://shorturl.at/HwdRn

02/09/2025

⚽️ Football for SEN Home Educated Children aged 5-12

Calling all SEN children who are home educated and love football. A new football coaching group for children aged 5-12 is starting in September.

The sessions will give children the opportunity to make friends, stay active and enjoy football in a welcoming , supportive environment.

Led by experienced coaches from Motive8 Sports Coaching, the sessions will be fun and accessible for players of all abilities.

📌Place: The FDC, Bowthorpe Park, New Costessey, Norwich, NR5 9ED
🕙️Time: 12pm to 1pm
📅Dates: Fridays starting September 2025

To find out more information please feel free to contact the team at motive8sports@hotmail.com

To register follow the link in the comments.

02/09/2025

Post and information from Breckland Family Hub 👇

🌟 New SEND Parent Carer Café at Thetford Family Hub! 🌟

We’re excited to share that a brand-new Parent Carer Café is starting at the Thetford Family Hub – a friendly space run by volunteer parents, for parents. 💛

📅 Every 2nd week of the month (starting Wednesday 10th September)

🕐 1:15pm – 2:30pm

📍 Thetford Family Hub -IP24 3DY

What to expect:

✨ A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere

✨ A chance to meet and chat with other families

✨ A craft table for some creative fun

✨ Snack time together (bring your own snacks!)


This is a free session, but spaces are limited so you must book via either emails.

If you need more info, just call the Family Hub team - 01362 654584

A few things to know:

🚗 Parking is available, but spaces can fill quickly – it’s best to park on the road outside.

☕ Please note: no hot drinks in the session.

🧹 As this café is run by volunteers, it would be lovely if everyone could lend a hand with tidy up at the end.

💬 Hub staff will be on hand if you’d like a private chat – a room can be booked if needed.

Whether you come with or without your child/young person, you will always find a warm welcome. 💕

Please remember to be mindful of each other’s differences and needs – this is a safe and supportive space for all.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌈

01/09/2025

💬 Share your thoughts with us!

We here at Family Voice Norfolk are undertaking some forward planning and we would love to hear your thoughts and ideas on how we can best ‘hear your voices’.

We’d like to know what topics you’d like to learn more about. How do you like to share your thoughts with us? Do you like short surveys, the opportunity to send an email, an online catch-up session or would you welcome face-to-face opportunities again?

To share your thoughts, please drop us a line or two at: membership@familyvoice.org.uk
As always, your voices and your experiences are important, they matter. We, in turn, can make them matter to services so please do keep talking to us, sharing the good, the bad and the sometimes ugly we all experience on occasion. Together we can make a difference to SEND in Norfolk.

Thank you!

01/09/2025

Important Update on Mediation and Disagreement Resolution (MDR) Services in Norfolk.

The provider of MDR services has changed. The new provider is Anglia Care Trust (ACT) Mediation Service, which will continue offering high-quality, impartial support to families.

More information in the post below and here 👉 https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/40688/Mediation-and-tribunals

Important Update on Mediation and Disagreement Resolution (MDR) Services in Norfolk.

The provider of MDR services has changed. The new provider is Anglia Care Trust (ACT) Mediation Service, which will continue offering high-quality, impartial support to families.

What you need to know

▪ If you already have an open case with the previous provider KIDS, it will continue to be handled by them until your case is resolved. There will be no disruption.

▪ From 1 September 2025, all new MDR cases will be supported by ACT.

▪ The process and level of support will stay the same. Whether your case is with KIDS or ACT, you’ll receive the same trusted, impartial help to navigate disagreements and find a way forward.

This change is about continuing to provide the best possible support for families. The service remains voluntary, free, and focused on your needs.

The provider of the service has changed because Norfolk County Council has recommissioned the contract. It’s normal for councils to review and update service contracts regularly.

If you have any questions or need support, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Use the links in the comments for more information. 👇

01/09/2025

Do you have a young person with a learning disability who might be interested in either of these free groups in Great Yarmouth and Norwich?

To find out more about either group, call or email
📱 01603 631433
📧 admin@openingdoors.org.uk