Somerset Parent Carer Forum

Somerset Parent Carer Forum We work to make parent carer participation an integral part of services in Somerset. We are your voice to shape the services that your family use.

Somerset Parent Carer Forum, is for parent's and carer's of 0-25 years old with an additional need or disability. We shape the services locally and nationally with parent carers, by giving you the opportunity to have your say. We have a 'finding your way' online guide and opportunities to meet like minded parents and carers, to feel less isolated, share strategies, sharing information and to feel empowered. We have a page and group, Twitter. For more information contact us.

🐝 Join ADHD Somerset for their Yeovil Meet-Up – tonight at The Manor Hotel.This relaxed and welcoming group offers paren...
01/12/2025

🐝 Join ADHD Somerset for their Yeovil Meet-Up – tonight at The Manor Hotel.

This relaxed and welcoming group offers parent carers the chance to connect with others who are navigating the journey of raising neurodiverse children, particularly those with ADHD.

Whether your child has a formal diagnosis or you're just beginning to explore the possibility, this meet-up is a safe space to share experiences, ask questions, and feel supported by others who truly understand.

🎉 Upcoming Events This Week! 🎉Here’s what’s coming up, and we’d love for you to be part of it:🧠 4 Wise Workshops .☕ 2 Ch...
01/12/2025

🎉 Upcoming Events This Week! 🎉

Here’s what’s coming up, and we’d love for you to be part of it:
🧠 4 Wise Workshops .
☕ 2 Chill & Chat Sessions,Relax and connect with friendly faces.
🚌 PINs Parent Group Meetups – Supportive spaces for parents to share and grow

There’s something for everyone – come along, bring a friend, and let’s make some great memories together! 💬

📍 Check our website for event times and locations: https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/events/

🦉Spaces Still Available – EBSA WISE Workshop This WednesadyWe’re excited to be running our updated Emotional Based Schoo...
30/11/2025

🦉Spaces Still Available – EBSA WISE Workshop This Wednesady

We’re excited to be running our updated Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) WISE Workshop this Wednesday

EBSA (also known as Anxiety-Based School Avoidance) describes children and young people who struggle to attend school due to overwhelming feelings like anxiety.

💬 This workshop will help you:
🦉 Identify the signs of EBSA
🦉 Explore practical strategies to support your child

📍 Open to all parent carers in Somerset who have a child with additional needs and/or a disability.

🗓️ Book your space today and join us for a supportive, informative session.

https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/wise-up-workshops/

🌟 Join us for our Henstridge Chill & Chat Group this Tuesday! 🌟As we head into December, we’ll be offering a free breakf...
30/11/2025

🌟 Join us for our Henstridge Chill & Chat Group this Tuesday! 🌟

As we head into December, we’ll be offering a free breakfast sandwich or bap and a drink to everyone who comes along! 🥓☕

This group is open to anyone caring for a child with additional needs and/or disabilities, no diagnosis needed.

It’s a relaxed, friendly space for parent carers to connect, share, unwind, and feel supported. Whether you're seeking advice, community, or simply a warm cuppa and a chat, you’re more than welcome. 💛

Our lovely rep Leanne will be there to greet you with a smile 🙂

🎄 Eco Christmas Craft Day with Step Up Somerset 🎄Carymoor Environmental Trust is excited to host an Eco Christmas Craft...
29/11/2025

🎄 Eco Christmas Craft Day with Step Up Somerset 🎄

Carymoor Environmental Trust is excited to host an Eco Christmas Craft Day, funded by Somerset Council for adults on a low income or those who meet the funding criteria (such as carers or anyone who would benefit from improving their mental health).

The funded space allows one adult to attend with one child aged 8+. Together, they’ll enjoy creating beautiful, sustainable crafts including Swedish stars, mini Christmas trees, mini reindeer, and other willow-based eco decorations.

✅ How to book: Visit https://tinyurl.com/Somerset-Employment-and-Skills to enrol. You may need to search for Carymoor in the providers list to see all available courses.

ℹ️ Funding criteria can be found halfway down the page on Community Learning Somerset – Adult Skills and Courses.

🎄 December Chill & Chat Dates Are Here! 🎄We’re excited to share our December Chill & Chat sessions and this year we’re ...
28/11/2025

🎄 December Chill & Chat Dates Are Here! 🎄

We’re excited to share our December Chill & Chat sessions and this year we’re adding Chill & Craft sessions at some of our groups! ✂️

Join us for festive crafts, friendly chats, and a warm, relaxing morning together.

📍 Festive Craft Sessions Available In:
Bridgwater • Taunton • Wellington • Yeovil • Minehead

🍳 Breakfast & Chat At: Henstridge • Street/Glastonbury

As always, our groups are open to all parent carers of children with additional needs and/or disabilities (ages 0–25).

Come and enjoy a welcoming space to connect with other parents, share experiences, and take a well-deserved moment for yourself this December.

We can’t wait to see you there!

🦉 WISE Workshops – Free for Parent Carers in Somerset 🦉We’ve got a fantastic mix of online and face-to-face WISE worksho...
28/11/2025

🦉 WISE Workshops – Free for Parent Carers in Somerset 🦉

We’ve got a fantastic mix of online and face-to-face WISE workshops coming up this December, including some new and refreshed sessions designed to support parent carers of children and young people with additional needs and/or disabilities.

💡 Whether you prefer joining from home or attending in person, these workshops are practical, supportive, and empowering.

🎟️ Spaces are still available!
To book your place, visit our website:
👉 https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/wise-up-workshops/
📞 If you have any trouble booking, just give us a call on 01458 259384 – we’re happy to help.

Let’s keep building a community where support feels accessible, thoughtful, and truly helpful.
Feel free to tag other parent carers who might benefit!

📣Chill & Chat in Highbridge is on Tomorrow ☕Join us at The Purplespoon Cafe at Highbridge at Highbridge for our Highbri...
27/11/2025

📣Chill & Chat in Highbridge is on Tomorrow ☕

Join us at The Purplespoon Cafe at Highbridge at Highbridge for our Highbridge Chill & Chat Group. This group is open to anyone caring for a child with additional needs and or disabilities, no diagnosis needed.

This is a relaxed and friendly space for parent carers to connect, share, and unwind. Whether you’re looking for support or just a warm cuppa and a chat, you’re more than welcome. Our lovely rep Naomi will be there to welcome you 🙂

🚨A Reminder our DADS Group is on tonight 🚨Our Dad's Group is coming to Birdgwater, we are please to share this will no...
27/11/2025

🚨A Reminder our DADS Group is on tonight 🚨

Our Dad's Group is coming to Birdgwater, we are please to share this will now run at the The Activity Warehouse.

Are you a dad of a child (0 to 25yrs) with additional needs or disabilities? We’re starting a new dads' group designed just for YOU!

Come along for:
🤝 A relaxed, supportive space to connect with other dads
💬 Honest conversations, shared experiences, and new friendships

This group is run by dads, for dads – because we all need a space where we can be understood.

📣A big thank you to everyone who attended our Reasonable Adjustments Discussion events yesterday.For those who couldn’t ...
27/11/2025

📣A big thank you to everyone who attended our Reasonable Adjustments Discussion events yesterday.

For those who couldn’t make it, we’re sharing the Mentimeter from the session, which includes all the information slides. This also gives you the chance to anonymously add your thoughts and comments to the questions at the end.

👉 Click here to view and contribute: https://www.menti.com/al476zmahjm8

Your input matters, and we’d love to hear from you!

📢 We’re looking for parent carers to join our team.Are you passionate about making a difference? We’d love to work with ...
26/11/2025

📢 We’re looking for parent carers to join our team.

Are you passionate about making a difference? We’d love to work with you!
Details on how to apply are available on our website, but we’re also open to other ways of working together. If you have an idea of how you’d like to get involved that doesn’t quite fit one of our current vacancies, please drop us a message and book an informal chat.

👉 Visit our website for more information: https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/getting-involved/vacancies/

🌟 SEND Navigator Drop-In Sessions This Week! 🌟Our lovely SEND Navigator Tasha is out and about this week, ready to suppo...
26/11/2025

🌟 SEND Navigator Drop-In Sessions This Week! 🌟

Our lovely SEND Navigator Tasha is out and about this week, ready to support families of children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities across Somerset.

📍 Wincanton – Wednesday @ The Balsam Centre
📍 Frome – Thursday @ Key Centre, Frome
Come along for a relaxed, informal chat – no need to book, just drop in!

Tasha can help you:
🧭 Access clear, reliable information
🧭 Find the right people and services
🧭 Prepare for meetings and appointments
🧭 Understand the support available for your child
🧭 Navigate forms like DLA, PIP, and grants
🧭 Build confidence in supporting your child’s needs

Whether you have a quick question or need a bit more time to talk things through, Tasha is here to listen, support, and guide you every step of the way. 💬
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Somerset Parent Carer Forum, is for parent's and carer's of children and young people 0-25 years old with an additional need or disability. We help shape the services locally and nationally with parent carers, by giving you the opportunity to have your say. We have a 'finding your way' online guide and opportunities to meet like minded parents and carers, to feel less isolated, share strategies, share information and to feel empowered. We have a page, group and Twitter. For more information contact us.