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Understanding Sensory Differences (Online parent/carer workshop)

The workshop is for parents and carers of children and young people from pre-school years, up to 18yrs of age.

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The workshop is for parents and carers of children and young people from pre-school years, up to 18yrs of age. This workshop will develop your understanding of the sensory system. It considers how neurodivergent individuals may experience sensory differences.

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Autism Central for Parents and Carers | Autism Central

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Autism Central offers a wealth of resources for parents, carers and personal assistants of autistic people in England – from articles and learning materials to signposting you to services and support in your local area.

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Are you looking for help in supporting an autistic family member or an autistic person you work with?

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Are you looking for help in supporting an autistic family member or an autistic person you work with?

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Anna Freud are commissioned by the NHS to offer free peer coaching sessions through Autism Central.

These timely, relatable sessions are delivered by trained and supervised peer guides with lived or family experience.

Anyone living in England and supporting an autistic person of any age is eligible and there are no waiting times.

Find out more and get booked in

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Free online coaching sessions for families supporting autistic people in England. The sessions offer a safe space to reflect on autistic wellbeing and family life. Our peer guides provide practical guidance to navigate services and offer a listening ear, helping you feel heard and connected.

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Changes to ADHD and Autism (ASD) Assessments in Greater Manchester - Right to Choose update: 

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Changes to ADHD and Autism (ASD) Assessments in Greater Manchester - Right to Choose update: 

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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From 1st September 2025, the way ADHD and autism (ASD) assessments are managed in Greater Manchester has changed.

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Changes to how children and young people are reviewed and assessed for autism and ADHD in Greater Manchester.  Please click on the picture for more information: 

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Changes to how children and young people are reviewed and assessed for autism and ADHD in Greater Manchester.  Please click on the picture for more information: 

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NHS Greater Manchester (NHS GM) is making changes to the way children and young people aged 0 to 18 are reviewed and assessed for suspected autism and ADHD. This is to make sure support is offered earlier based on a child or young person’s individual need. It also means that those with highest need can be seen sooner. These changes are an important step to help manage unsustainable demand for autism and ADHD assessments.

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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ADHD and Autism Assessments for children and young people

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NHS Greater Manchester will introduce a new needs-led autism and ADHD assessment process, prioritising children with the highest needs.

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People across Greater Manchester are working together to make it easier for children, young people, families, and professionals to find information and support about neurodevelopmental differences, like autism and ADHD.

As part of this work, each of the 10 areas in Greater Manchester will have a Neurodevelopmental service.

The services will help children and young people and their families who are experiencing autism and ADHD related differences get the right support when they need it.

The services will help children and young people and their families with autism and ADHD related symptoms get the right support when they need it.

You do not need a diagnosis to get information or support.

You can get updates and the latest news about the Programme by clicking on the links below:

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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Supporting children and young people with diagnosed or undiagnosed autism and ADHD

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Help and support for children and young people with diagnosed or undiagnosed autism and ADHD. Find guidance, resources, and help for families and carers.

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Changes to ADHD and Autism (ASD) Assessments in Greater Manchester - Right to Choose update: 

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Changes to ADHD and Autism (ASD) Assessments in Greater Manchester - Right to Choose update: 

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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From 1st September 2025, the way ADHD and autism (ASD) assessments are managed in Greater Manchester has changed.

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Changes to how children and young people are reviewed and assessed for autism and ADHD in Greater Manchester.  Please click on the picture for more information: 

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Changes to how children and young people are reviewed and assessed for autism and ADHD in Greater Manchester.  Please click on the picture for more information: 

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NHS Greater Manchester (NHS GM) is making changes to the way children and young people aged 0 to 18 are reviewed and assessed for suspected autism and ADHD. This is to make sure support is offered earlier based on a child or young person’s individual need. It also means that those with highest need can be seen sooner. These changes are an important step to help manage unsustainable demand for autism and ADHD assessments.

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

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ADHD and Autism Assessments for children and young people

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NHS Greater Manchester will introduce a new needs-led autism and ADHD assessment process, prioritising children with the highest needs.

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"Cool to be You" Game Day at the North Star Centre Ardwick - 18th June 4.30-6.30pm                                             * Booking is required *        Click on the picture below for further information and to book your place: 

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"Cool to be You" Game Day at the North Star Centre Ardwick - 18th June 4.30-6.30pm                                             * Booking is required *        Click on the picture below for further information and to book your place: 

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Be yourself and enjoy the company of people of all neurotypes in this get-together amongst SEND families in Manchester.

Let's celebrate neurodiversity by acknowledging the importance of all neurotypes. Whether you're autistic, neurotypical or neurodivergent in any other way, you're welcome to join this inclusive get-together amongst parents, carers, children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities) who live in, go to school at, or access a GP in the city of Manchester.

There will be plenty of activities to enjoy together - Lego, arts and crafts, board games. We'll also have snacks and refreshments to share!

We will also take out our Book Library so that you can explore some fantastic books about autism, neurodiversity, the SEND system, and more! (On-the-day reading only; please don't take the books home!)

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Be yourself and enjoy the company of people of all neurotypes in this get-together amongst SEND families in Manchester.

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The national consultation

About the consultation, with alternative formats like Easy Read

Manchester Local Offer: The schools white paper

Consultation closes May 18th 2026

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Saturday 9th May, 2pm till 4pm The Dandelion Community Centre, Oatlands Road, Wythenshawe M22 1AH 

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Tea Party SEND Rally Hosted by Our Space Youth Club and SEND Together 

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Tea Party SEND Rally Hosted by Our Space Youth Club and SEND Together 

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Enjoy tea, conversation and community

Hear a few speeches from key people

Share your views and concerns on the SEND white paper

MPs, councillors and other professionals have been invited to hear your voice

Arts and crafts for the children

Just come along - no need to book

Can't make it? Do Our Space/SEND Together's survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6etwGXPOJ6UhFFH7aCDSktieBVVvzz632pWzhiDcN_c16cg/viewform?pli=1&utm_name=

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Dingley’s Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events - Click on the poster below to sign up: 

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Dingley’s Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events - Click on the poster below to sign up: 

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley’s Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy.

You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government’s new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation. The sessions will explore the key proposals, break down the consultation, and give families the opportunity to share experiences, discuss concerns, and have your voices heard.

Tuesday, 12 May, 12–1pm

Wednesday, 13 May, 6–7pm

Thursday, 14 May, 6–7pm

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley's Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy.

You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government's new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation. The sessions will explore the key proposals, break down the consultation, and give families the opportunity to share experiences, discuss concerns, and have your voices heard.

Tuesday, 12 May, 12-1pm

Wednesday, 13 May, 6-7pm

Thursday, 14 May, 6-7pm

Please click the button below to sign up for an event.

Other Ways to Get Involved

Dingley's Promise is also hosting a number of face-to-face engagement events for parents and carers of children with SEND under 8 years of age, including one in Manchester.

If you can't attend any of the above events, you can still have your say through the national consultation: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first

In fact, we encourage everyone to individually respond to the consultation even if you have attended a SEND Reform engagement event before.

We will also share other opportunities to provide feedback on the Schools White Paper and/or SEND Reform whenever we can. Please follow us on social media for future announcements.

About the Organisers

Dingley's Promise is a charity providing specialist education to children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) in the Early Years and support to their families.

We have previously worked with them for the Early Years Inclusion Project here in Manchester.

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Dingley's Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley's Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy. You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government's new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation.

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Join Manchester Parent Carer Forum MPCF and Manchester’s SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) for a face-to-face session where we will together explore the key proposals in the Schools White Paper and the SEND Reform consultation questions, and provide parents and carers with the opportunity to share your experiences of the SEND system. Click on the picture below to book your place: 

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Join Manchester Parent Carer Forum MPCF and Manchester’s SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) for a face-to-face session where we will together explore the key proposals in the Schools White Paper and the SEND Reform consultation questions, and provide parents and carers with the opportunity to share your experiences of the SEND system. Click on the picture below to book your place: 

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We hope that this event will arm you with relevant knowledge to respond to the government consultation with confidence, as well as allowing us to gather more voices that will help inform our organisational response to it.

Lunch will be provided so please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking your place.

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SEND Reform Parent Engagement Event with SENDIASS

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Join us and Manchester's SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) for a face-to-face session where we will together explore the key proposals in the Schools White Paper and the SEND Reform consultation questions, and provide parents and carers with the opportunity to share your experiences of the SEND system.

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Saturday 9th May, 2pm till 4pm The Dandelion Community Centre, Oatlands Road, Wythenshawe M22 1AH 

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Tea Party SEND Rally Hosted by Our Space Youth Club and SEND Together 

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Tea Party SEND Rally Hosted by Our Space Youth Club and SEND Together 

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Enjoy tea, conversation and community

Hear a few speeches from key people

Share your views and concerns on the SEND white paper

MPs, councillors and other professionals have been invited to hear your voice

Arts and crafts for the children

Just come along - no need to book

Can't make it? Do Our Space/SEND Together's survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6etwGXPOJ6UhFFH7aCDSktieBVVvzz632pWzhiDcN_c16cg/viewform?pli=1&utm_name=

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Join Manchester Parent Carer Forum MPCF and Manchester’s SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) for a face-to-face session where we will together explore the key proposals in the Schools White Paper and the SEND Reform consultation questions, and provide parents and carers with the opportunity to share your experiences of the SEND system. Click on the picture below to book your place: 

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Join Manchester Parent Carer Forum MPCF and Manchester’s SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) for a face-to-face session where we will together explore the key proposals in the Schools White Paper and the SEND Reform consultation questions, and provide parents and carers with the opportunity to share your experiences of the SEND system. Click on the picture below to book your place: 

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We hope that this event will arm you with relevant knowledge to respond to the government consultation with confidence, as well as allowing us to gather more voices that will help inform our organisational response to it.

Lunch will be provided so please let us know of any dietary requirements when booking your place.

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SEND Reform Parent Engagement Event with SENDIASS

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Join us and Manchester's SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS) for a face-to-face session where we will together explore the key proposals in the Schools White Paper and the SEND Reform consultation questions, and provide parents and carers with the opportunity to share your experiences of the SEND system.

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Dingley’s Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events - Click on the poster below to sign up: 

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Dingley’s Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events - Click on the poster below to sign up: 

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley’s Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy.

You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government’s new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation. The sessions will explore the key proposals, break down the consultation, and give families the opportunity to share experiences, discuss concerns, and have your voices heard.

Tuesday, 12 May, 12–1pm

Wednesday, 13 May, 6–7pm

Thursday, 14 May, 6–7pm

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley's Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy.

You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government's new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation. The sessions will explore the key proposals, break down the consultation, and give families the opportunity to share experiences, discuss concerns, and have your voices heard.

Tuesday, 12 May, 12-1pm

Wednesday, 13 May, 6-7pm

Thursday, 14 May, 6-7pm

Please click the button below to sign up for an event.

Other Ways to Get Involved

Dingley's Promise is also hosting a number of face-to-face engagement events for parents and carers of children with SEND under 8 years of age, including one in Manchester.

If you can't attend any of the above events, you can still have your say through the national consultation: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first

In fact, we encourage everyone to individually respond to the consultation even if you have attended a SEND Reform engagement event before.

We will also share other opportunities to provide feedback on the Schools White Paper and/or SEND Reform whenever we can. Please follow us on social media for future announcements.

About the Organisers

Dingley's Promise is a charity providing specialist education to children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) in the Early Years and support to their families.

We have previously worked with them for the Early Years Inclusion Project here in Manchester.

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Dingley's Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley's Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy. You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government's new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation.

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Dingley’s Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events - Click on the poster below to sign up: 

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Dingley’s Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events - Click on the poster below to sign up: 

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley’s Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy.

You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government’s new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation. The sessions will explore the key proposals, break down the consultation, and give families the opportunity to share experiences, discuss concerns, and have your voices heard.

Tuesday, 12 May, 12–1pm

Wednesday, 13 May, 6–7pm

Thursday, 14 May, 6–7pm

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley's Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy.

You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government's new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation. The sessions will explore the key proposals, break down the consultation, and give families the opportunity to share experiences, discuss concerns, and have your voices heard.

Tuesday, 12 May, 12-1pm

Wednesday, 13 May, 6-7pm

Thursday, 14 May, 6-7pm

Please click the button below to sign up for an event.

Other Ways to Get Involved

Dingley's Promise is also hosting a number of face-to-face engagement events for parents and carers of children with SEND under 8 years of age, including one in Manchester.

If you can't attend any of the above events, you can still have your say through the national consultation: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people-first

In fact, we encourage everyone to individually respond to the consultation even if you have attended a SEND Reform engagement event before.

We will also share other opportunities to provide feedback on the Schools White Paper and/or SEND Reform whenever we can. Please follow us on social media for future announcements.

About the Organisers

Dingley's Promise is a charity providing specialist education to children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) in the Early Years and support to their families.

We have previously worked with them for the Early Years Inclusion Project here in Manchester.

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Dingley's Promise Early Years SEND Reform Engagement Events

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The Early Years SEND charity, Dingley's Promise, is inviting parents of children with SEND under 8 to share their Early Years experiences and help shape national policy. You can join them for one of the following online sessions exploring the government's new SEND proposals and feeding back directly into the consultation.

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If you need support accessing the information contained on this Padlet please contact the Navigators and we can support you: MCR.AutismNavigator@mft.nhs.uk 

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If you need support accessing the information contained on this Padlet please contact the Navigators and we can support you: MCR.AutismNavigator@mft.nhs.uk 

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Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter

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Bee Neuroinclusive Resource Hub | Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter

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Explore our Bee Neuroinclusive Code of Practice for Employers within the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter. Empower your organisation with inclusive practices, resources and insights to foster a workplace that values diversity, equity and accessibility.

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Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition

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Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition

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Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition

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Get help at work, including an Access to Work grant, if you have a disability or health condition - eligibility, how to apply.

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Neurodiversity at work - Understanding neurodiversity

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Neurodiversity at work - Understanding neurodiversity

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Research report into how neurodiversity is managed in the workplace, produced for Acas by the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR).

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Healthcare Transition Workshops - Easy read information sheet: 

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Healthcare Transition Workshops - Easy read information sheet: 

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Healthcare Transition Workshops - Participation information sheet: 

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Healthcare Transition Workshops - Participation information sheet: 

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Workshops on Healthcare Transitions.  Understanding what matters most to young people with long-term conditions and their families, when moving from child to adult healthcare services.                                  Please click on the picture for more information: 

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Workshops on Healthcare Transitions.  Understanding what matters most to young people with long-term conditions and their families, when moving from child to adult healthcare services.                                  Please click on the picture for more information: 

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Who Can Take Part?

The workshops are open to young people aged 16-25, family members, and carers, who have experience of moving or are preparing to move from child to adult healthcare services. We welcome your voices, whether you are a young person, parent, carer, or sibling.

Taking part is completely voluntary. You can choose whether or not to join, and you are free to withdraw at any point during the discussion; you don’t need to give us a reason for this! There is no obligation to answer every question, and you can participate as much or as little as you wish. We’ll make sure you also have the opportunity to share any other thoughts after the workshops, in case you feel something was missed.

https://www.42ndstreet.org.uk/news-articles/healthcare-transition-workshops/

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Do you have a child or young person aged 9yrs to 17yrs 11months who has received an autism diagnosis?                                    Would they be interested in taking part in a study that hopes to support the development of services in the field of Speech and Language therapy?                                                                            Please click on the picture for more information: 

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Do you have a child or young person aged 9yrs to 17yrs 11months who has received an autism diagnosis?                                    Would they be interested in taking part in a study that hopes to support the development of services in the field of Speech and Language therapy?                                                                            Please click on the picture for more information: 

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Parent Carer Coffee Morning 22nd May 10am-12pm.  Come and meet with the Navigators and Manchester Parent Carer Forum.                                                                     *Booking is required*                                        Click o the picture for more information: 

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Parent Carer Coffee Morning 22nd May 10am-12pm.  Come and meet with the Navigators and Manchester Parent Carer Forum.                                                                     *Booking is required*                                        Click o the picture for more information: 

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Click on the link for more information and to book your free ticket: https://manchesterparentcarerforum.org.uk/event/social-communication-pathway-coffee-morning-20260522/

Visitor parking available onsite.

Please contact the Navigators if you require any further information/assistance:

MCR.AutismNavigator@mft.nhs.uk

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Manchester Local Offer latest Newsletter May 27th 2026 - SEND News from Manchester Local Offer: 

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Manchester Local Offer latest Newsletter May 27th 2026 - SEND News from Manchester Local Offer: 

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Don't forget to sign up to the monthly newsletter to stay up to date with what is happening in Manchester for young people with SEND: https://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/100004/the_council_and_democracy/5309/sign_up_for_our_e-bulletins

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SEND News from Manchester Local Offer - May 27th 2026

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An event just for parent carers in the Manchester City Council area. There's so much to update you on! Find out what's happening in Manchester around SEND education and health and social care. With talks and a fantastic line up of workshops, this is the place to be.

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Autism Central - England's Peer Education Programme

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Autism Central - England's Peer Education Programme

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Autism Central is the National Peer Education Programme for families and support networks of autistic people of all ages in England. The programme is delivered by Anna Freud and commissioned by NHS England.

Offer families education, coaching, and connection through resources, one-to-one peer support, and community events.

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Autism Central for Parents and Carers | Autism Central

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Autism Central offers a wealth of resources for parents, carers and personal assistants of autistic people in England – from articles and learning materials to signposting you to services and support in your local area.

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Free online coaching sessions for anyone supporting autistic people in England

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Open to people within families and support networks of autistic people who live in England. One-to-ones offer, personalised guidance and coaching from trained peer guides with lived experience. Receive practical guidance and signposting for navigating services and systems

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SEND Local Offer Drop In is on the 17th June 2026 | Help & Support Manchester

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17th June 2026 10am-12pm Manchester Youth Zone, Harpurhey

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SEND Local Offer Drop In is on the 22nd April 2026 | Help & Support Manchester

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Our next Send Drop In is on the 22nd April,Wood House Park Lifestyle Centre, Portway, Wythenshaw, M22 1QW, From 10am-12pm. This is for the benefit of parents and carers of children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who are looking to find information and support including about Education, Social Care, Short Breaks or any general information and advice. The following services will be available on the day: Local Offer Team SENDIASS (Information, Advice and Support) Team Manchester Parent Carer Forum Social Communication Pathway (CAMHS) The Space Group Early Help Team Short Breaks Team Educational Psychology Rodney House Outreach Service Manchester Parent Champions Our Space Youth Group About me M Thrive Special Needs School Nurses Lifted carers support group Manchester Community Dental Service Scope Community Disability Energy Advice Ghyl Head Outdoor Education and Activity Centre Manchester College Hide Out Youth Zone

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Padlet languages for large screens - laptop etc

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To change the language of the Padlet please click on the 3 dots (...) 

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To change the language of the Padlet please click on the 3 dots (...) 

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If using a mobile phone, the 3 dots can be found at the bottom right of the screen (...)

If using a larger device such as a laptop, the 3 dots can be found at the top right of the screen (...)

See the guidance below for support:

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SEND Local Offer Drop In is on the 17th June 2026 | Help & Support Manchester

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17th June 2026 10am-12pm Manchester Youth Zone, Harpurhey

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SEND Local Offer Drop In is on the 22nd April 2026 | Help & Support Manchester

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Our next Send Drop In is on the 22nd April,Wood House Park Lifestyle Centre, Portway, Wythenshaw, M22 1QW, From 10am-12pm. This is for the benefit of parents and carers of children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who are looking to find information and support including about Education, Social Care, Short Breaks or any general information and advice. The following services will be available on the day: Local Offer Team SENDIASS (Information, Advice and Support) Team Manchester Parent Carer Forum Social Communication Pathway (CAMHS) The Space Group Early Help Team Short Breaks Team Educational Psychology Rodney House Outreach Service Manchester Parent Champions Our Space Youth Group About me M Thrive Special Needs School Nurses Lifted carers support group Manchester Community Dental Service Scope Community Disability Energy Advice Ghyl Head Outdoor Education and Activity Centre Manchester College Hide Out Youth Zone

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Manchester City Council - Young Carers Newsletters: 

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Manchester City Council - Young Carers Newsletters: 

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Young Carers Newsletters | Help & Support Manchester

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Young Carers Partnership Newsletter Stay connected with everything happening through the Young Carers Partnership. Here, you can explore our latest newsletter and browse through previous editions to stay informed about the work we’re doing to support young carers. Each edition features important updates, exciting opportunities,…

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mADDchester – Supporting the ADHD community everywhere – based in Manchester

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mADDchester is a volunteer-run peer support group for adults with ADHD in and around Greater Manchester.

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Manchester Parent Champions Need Your Help: 

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Support group for adult siblings of autistic people

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Being a sibling to an autistic person can bring a whole range of experiences, feelings and complexity to your life that it can be hard for others to relate to. Connecting with others who just ‘get’ what sibling life is like can help you to feel more confident and less isolated in your sibling role.

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Support group for adult siblings of autistic people

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Being a sibling to an autistic person can bring a whole range of experiences, feelings and complexity to your life that it can be hard for others to relate to. Connecting with others who just ‘get’ what sibling life is like can help you to feel more confident and less isolated in your sibling role.

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Reasonable adjustments in the work place:

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Adjustments for neurodiversity - Reasonable adjustments at work - Acas

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How to support neurodivergent employees at work with reasonable adjustments, including examples and whether someone needs a diagnosis.

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Reasonable adjustments in college and university

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Reasonable adjustments in college and university

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Reasonable adjustments in college and university | Disability charity Scope UK

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Under the Equality Act, disabled students have rights to reasonable adjustments at college and university to prevent disability discrimination in education.

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Parent Carer Well-being Support

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Young Carers | Help & Support Manchester

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A young carer is someone aged 18 or under who helps look after a loved one who has a condition, such as a disability, illness, mental health condition, or a drug or alcohol problem. Most young carers look after one of their parents or care…

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According to the BBC, there are estimated to be over 700,000 young carers in the UK (youngminds.org.uk).

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Family Relationships: A Guide for Siblings of Autistic People

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Family Relationships: A Guide for Siblings of Autistic People

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Having an autistic sibling can be a positive experience as they can share their unique qualities and outlook on life with you. It may help you to become a more accepting person. However, it may also be quite stressful at times.

Here we look at some of the potential concerns you may have about having an autistic sibling, whether you're an adult, teenager or child.

We also have some resources for parents of younger children who have an autistic sibling.

Adult siblings of an autistic person

You might be concerned about the future care needs of your autistic sibling (if they have high support needs), particularly when your parents are no longer able to be their primary carers.

It may be useful to meet as a family to talk about ideal care options for your autistic sibling in the future. Your sibling should be included in this if possible, using whatever means of communication that will give them the opportunity to express their views.

Consider if they are able to live independently or what community care option would be best for them? Would they prefer to live in residential care or supported living?

Find out more about the National Autistic Society's residential and supported living services and check out our available placements.

You may want to help your sibling find a job, manage their money, choose a college or university placement or have a better understanding of how they are able to advocate for themselves. It's particularly important to think about long term planning.

Teenage and child siblings of an autistic person

You may feel that your autistic brother or sister doesn't get told off as often as you do and that your parents give them more attention. As a sibling this may make you feel angry, sad, jealous, frustrated and/or confused. Watching our What is autism? video may help you understand why your sibling acts in the way that they do.

Bridget shares her experience of having an autistic sister:
"Even now I still find it hard to deal with. I'm a lot more patient with my sister than I used to be, and I'm trying to be a better sibling to her. I sometimes slip and get into a bad mood - but hey, I can't be perfect all the time. I'm still getting used to the whole concept of autism, and I don't really understand all about it."
It's important to remember that your parent/s don't love you any less than your autistic sibling. It could be that you don't require the same level of support that your sibling does, and so your parent/s feel they are able to trust you to do certain things alone. Although it may be difficult, try to speak to your parent/s to tell them how you feel, you may feel more comfortable to do this by text or email. They may be able to arrange some time when it can just be you and them.

If you can't talk to your parent/s, then try to talk to an adult in school, friend or a helpline.

You could ask a teacher or pastoral support worker if they can teach autism awareness in school.

Talking to others who have autistic siblings may also help. There are some groups that your family can ask for support and who may be able to give you the chance to meet others in a similar situation.

Find out more about our National Autistic Society branches and groups.

Your next steps

Resources for parents of younger children with autistic siblings

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Family relationships - a guide for siblings of autistic people

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Tips and support strategies for siblings of autistic people

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His sleep is frequently disrupted because his brother Arlo needs help at night.

NEW RESOURCES - Sibs Talk Lite

Sibs Talk Lite is a new set of FREE resources for primary and secondary schools to support siblings who are growing up with a brother or sister who is disabled, has special educational needs (SEND) or a serious long-term health condition.

Sibs Christmas cards now on sale!

Buy a pack of our beautifully designed Christmas cards and help support our work with siblings of disabled people.

NEW - Sibling group leader training, 2nd February 2024

Do you want to run group support for young siblings? This online session will give you all the information you need to plan, set up, run and evaluate your own local group

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Sibs is the UK charity for people who grow up with a disabled brother or sister.

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Recommended on the National Autistic Society Website

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Being on the autistic spectrum is different for everyone and, as Sumita explains here, there are a lot of misconceptions about how they might be. Pablo's Art World friends represent some of the personality traits or ways of behaving that often occur in autism.
Watching Pablo together can be a useful starting point for talking to your child about how their own friends or relatives with ASD might see the world. Play Pablo's Art World Adventure together to find out more about each of the characters.

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Pablo - Talking to your child about autism

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If your child has a classmate, friend or relative with autism, it can be difficult for them to understand exactly what this means. With a little help from children, families and voice actors involved in Pablo, we've collected some ideas for starting a conversation about ASD with your little one.

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Early Years: Mcr ND Needs led offer Parent Carer Online Workshops

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Early Years: Mcr ND Needs led offer Parent Carer Online Workshops

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are for parents and carers of children aged 3-5 yrs and either: currently waiting for an assessment, has received a diagnosis, or would like to learn more about neurodiversity and how to support neurodiverse children.

The workshops are for City Manchester residents ONLY or who have young people registered with a Manchester GP.

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EY (online) workshops.  Please click on this picture to book your place on the upcoming workshops: 

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Need an interpreter? Or further support with your booking, please email: ManchesterSCP.Workshops@mft.nhs.uk

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Mcr ND Needs led offer: Early Years (online) Workshops

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Mcr ND Needs led offer: Early Years (online) Workshops

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Early Years - Mcr ND Needs led offer Parent Carer Online Workshops – are for parents and carers of children aged 3-5 yrs and either: currently waiting for an assessment, has received a diagnosis, or would like to learn more about neurodiversity and how to support neurodiverse children.

These workshops are for Manchester residents ONLY

Toilet training workshop: A 1-hour online workshop which considers the particular challenges parents/carers can face when toilet training a child with social communication differences. The workshop will be focused on children who are right at the start of toilet training, but you are welcome to attend if your child has started toilet training and you are experiencing some difficulties.

Eating challenges workshop: A 1 ½ hour online workshop for parents/carers of children with social communication differences who eat a limited range of foods (there does not need to be any concern about their weight). The workshop looks at the reasons behind a limited diet, nutritional needs, the impact of sensory differences and ideas to try and increase the range of foods your child will try.

Parent carer sensory workshop: A 3-hour online workshop.

The workshop is for parents and carers of children and young people from pre-school years, up to 18yrs of age.

This workshop is led by a Specialist Occupational Therapist in the Social Communication Pathway and will provide the opportunity to:

·         Develop your understanding of sensory systems. E.g., Touch, smell, taste, movement and introduce less familiar systems such as proprioception and interception.

·         Consider how neurodivergent individuals may experience sensory differences.

·         Think about how sensory differences can affect everyday activities.

·         Explore strategies that may be considered when supporting a neurodivergent individual.

Play workshop: A 2-hour online workshop co-delivered with Manchester - SEND, EARLY DEVELOPMENT INCLUSION TEAM (SEDIT - formally RHOSEY). This workshop shares practical ideas you can try at home to support sensory regulation for children with social communication differences. It aims to improve parental and child wellbeing through play. We will explore ways to develop shared interests and joint attention so you can enjoy ‘play’ together.

Please click on the picture above (hands) to book your place on the upcoming workshops.

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Under 5s SCP Workshop flyer updated 2026

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Manchester Local Offer latest Newsletter May 27th 2026 - SEND News from Manchester Local Offer: 

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Manchester Local Offer latest Newsletter May 27th 2026 - SEND News from Manchester Local Offer: 

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Don't forget to sign up to the monthly newsletter to stay up to date with what is happening in Manchester for young people with SEND: https://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/100004/the_council_and_democracy/5309/sign_up_for_our_e-bulletins

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SEND News from Manchester Local Offer - May 27th 2026

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An event just for parent carers in the Manchester City Council area. There's so much to update you on! Find out what's happening in Manchester around SEND education and health and social care. With talks and a fantastic line up of workshops, this is the place to be.

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Karen Woodhouse, our Autism Navigator can help signpost you to support services available in Manchester.

Please email your enquires to: MCR.AutismNavigator@mft.nhs.uk

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Karen Woodhouse - Autism Navigator Manchester

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We’re about all things SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) for children and young people up to the age of 25 in the Manchester City Council area and their parents/carers.

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The Manchester Local Offer brings together information in one place. It helps children and young people with SEND up to the age of 25 and their parents understand what services and support they can expect locally. This includes their statutory entitlements which are required by law. Watch our short film about Manchester Local Offer localoffer@manchester.gov.uk, 0161 219 2125.
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The Local Offer (Special Educational Needs and Disability)

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The Manchester Local Offer brings together information in one place. It helps children and young people with SEND up to the age of 25 and their parents understand what services and support they can expect locally. This includes their statutory entitlements which are required by law. Watch our short film about Manchester Local Offer localoffer@manchester.gov.uk, 0161 219 2125.
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The Local Offer (Special Educational Needs and Disability)

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The following sections are in alphabetical order and focus on available services including community based support services:

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The following sections are in alphabetical order and focus on available services including community based support services:

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Sections Include:

·         Mental Health Services

·         Specific areas of need

·         Education

·         Benefits

·         Parent Carer Support

·         Manchester Local Offer

·         Activities, Groups, Events for Young People

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In most cases the SCP will require a child or young person has had TWO cycles/terms of asses, plan do, review in school. This is known as a ‘graduated approach’ – in identifying a child as having special educational needs (SEN), supporting those needs and then reviewing plans.

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In most cases the SCP will require a child or young person has had TWO cycles/terms of asses, plan do, review in school. This is known as a ‘graduated approach’ – in identifying a child as having special educational needs (SEN), supporting those needs and then reviewing plans.

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Click on the picture above to look at Manchester City Council’s page about SEN Support in Mainstream Schools for further information about the ‘graduated response’ and the ‘asses, plan, do , review cycles’'.

Please see the Education Section of the Padlet for Education Information, Advice and Support.

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What is SEN support? Every child with special educational needs should have SEN support. This means help that is additional to or different from the support generally given to other children of the same age. The purpose of SEN support is to help children achieve the outcomes or learning objectives set for them by the school.

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A definition of neurodiversity and explanation of who is neurodivergent, the ideas of the neurodiversity paradigm and principles of neuro-affirmative support.

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Greater Manchester Autism Consortium (GMAC) and GM Autism.  Click the picture to go straight to the website: 

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Greater Manchester Autism Consortium (GMAC) and GM Autism.  Click the picture to go straight to the website: 

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GMAC - Everything you need about autism and more.

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GMAC - Everything you need about autism and more.

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Everything you need about autism and more.

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AutismWise: Support for Autistic Manchester Residents Aged 18+. Click on the picture to open resources: 

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AutismWise: Support for Autistic Manchester Residents Aged 18+. Click on the picture to open resources: 

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How does it work? AutismWISE stands for Wellbeing, Information, Support and Empowerment. We are a dedicated and inclusive service for Autistic residents across Manchester, designed to empower autistic people by…

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Parent Carer Well-being Support

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Speech and Language interventions whilst you wait.  Click on the picture to open resources: 

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These workshops are for Parents and Carers of young people aed between 5-18yrs old.

The workshops are for City Manchester residents ONLY or who have young people registered with a Manchester GP.

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You can access the referral forms using the website link by clicking on the picture.

Please note there are links to:

parent referral form

school referral form

Both are required for a referral to be considered.

Once completed the forms and any supporting evidence, reports etc need to be sent to the appropriate team: North, Central, South (email addresses can be found on the referrals web page).

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Social Communication Pathway Autism Assessment - Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

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There are other reasons that children and young people can present with social differences, communication differences and behaviour that challenges. For example, if the child has specific learning or language difficulties; or behaviour may be a reaction to significant life experiences. We may feel an autism assessment is not appropriate in this case.

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North:  mft.northmanchesterscp@nhs.net

Central:  mft.centralmanchesterscp@nhs.net

South: mft.south.scp@nhs.net

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Autism Central for Parents and Carers | Autism Central

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Autism Central offers a wealth of resources for parents, carers and personal assistants of autistic people in England – from articles and learning materials to signposting you to services and support in your local area.

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The Padlet contains some resources which are available to you - or services in and around Greater Manchester.

These are not linked or affiliated with our service, but are local activities or resources which we are aware of.

If you think there is anything unhelpful on this padlet, please email: mft.centralmanchesterscp@nhs.net to let us know.

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At the current time there is an unprecedented demand for assessment from the Social Communication Pathway (SCP).  The number of referrals accepted is far higher than the capacity for the team which means the waiting times are increasing.  These waits are similar to the wider Greater Manchester, and national picture, for this kind of assessment. We appreciate this is frustrating for families and we sincerely apologise for any undue distress this has caused.  We are working hard to reduce waiting times and the Integrated Care Board (ICB) for Greater Manchester is aware of this issue.

We are trying to be as fair and transparent as possible about our waiting times,  and the allocation of our appointments. The SCP service usually see children in date order of referral. However, as agreed with representatives of our Parent Carer Forum, the SCP does prioritise children and young people

Where there is a significant risk to self or complex mental health difficulties.

Where children and young people are looked after and there is a need for an assessment to inform placement planning

It is not possible to give individual expected wait times in an accurate way. We know that it is frustrating not to have a firm figure for how long you might have to wait, but waiting times can change. We might mislead people if we try to be too precise about future waiting times.  We are currently allocating cases to clinicians for referrals we received in December 2022.  This means our current waiting time is in excess of 36 months.

(Reviewed May 27th 2026)