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NEW POST: @chriscoghlanmp.bsky.social says LAs’ “lawbreaking, gaslighting and lying” is wrecking thousands of children’s lives. The MP writes the second of our articles about testimony gathered and #MeasureWhatMatters, evidencing LAs' unlawful behaviour www.specialneedsjungle.com/c... #SENDSky

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As we March towards 2025, I have never felt as depressed about the prospects for #SEND. This wasnt on my bingo card for a Labour government. It’s exhausting.

Safety Valve scheme closed to new entrants Bridget Phillipson has announced today that no new agreements will be made

Throughout this year, public awareness of the Safety Valve scheme, and pressure to end it, has increased. Govt have now confirmed there will be no more agreements. It’s a small step but an important one. More here:

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Employment white paper promises ‘fundamentally different’ approach, but fails to answer key questions A new government white paper has promised a “fundamentally different” approach to employment support, including “tackling ill health as the biggest driver of inactivity”, but it has left critical q…

A new government white paper has promised a “fundamentally different” approach to employment support, including “tackling ill health as the biggest driver of inactivity”, but it has left critical questions unanswered about Labour’s plans for disability benefits.

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Yup, I’ve been one of the statistics!

Think work first: Supporting young disabled people into work - Special Needs Jungle Think work first: The NDTi explains more about how they’re increasing opportunities for supporting young disabled people into work

NEW POST: Think work first: Julie Pointer expands on the recent Lords report about helping disabled young people thrive, by explaining more about how NDTi is increasing opportunities for supporting young adults with #SEND into work www.specialneedsjungle.com/think-work-f...

We hear the story from #parentcarers all the time, I’d go as far as to say several times a week! They need to ask the questions in the right places 🤔

I’m another woman who gave up her career over 24 years to support my #disabled child, leading 2 supporting my fellow #parentcarers for over a decade & half I categorically say this number is so much higher & also those who have taken a different work path to allow for caring responsibilities!

www.wm-adass.org.uk/news-events/... what #parentcarers already knew 🤔 #autism #parentalblame

My first contribution as a columnist for Special Needs Jungle. My main focus will be on Alternative Provision

#thisisAP #SEMH

Too many children arrive in AP with no needs assessment—schools need to be more curious about the “why” - Special Needs Jungle Special Needs Jungle provides parent-centred information, news, special needs resources and informed opinion about SEND - Special educational needs and disability, Education, Health and Care Plans, EH...

NEW POST: Alternative Provision expert and SEND parent, Sarah Johnson says too many schools exclude without first assessing for SEND. Sarah says asking “why” and understanding needs should be at the core of a school’s work www.specialneedsjungle.com/arrive-alter...

Fixing social care is urgent, says minister, after claims of impasse Source have told the BBC there is a

And in other news: rain is wet.

Three of my relatives rely on social care. One day, maybe someone will put as much effort into acting on what we already know instead of only hand wringing and making sympathetic noises. Even empathy would be a good start.

#socialcare

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Families of children with SEND – it’s time to be heard Too many families have to fight when their children have Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND). They have to battle a system that seems not to have been built with their children in mind.…

Families - 6 days left to have your say on how our education system needs to change. More details below. Reposts welcome - thank you.

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A promotional cover image for the November/December 2024 issue of KinToa magazine. At the center is a black-and-white photo of a young child wearing a Santa hat, smiling and looking down, with a joyful expression. Above the photo is the KinToa logo in bold red and teal font, with the tagline ‘Strength of Family, Courage of Warriors.’ Surrounding the image are various article titles in red and teal, including ‘A Different Kind of Christmas,’ ‘Understanding Parent Carer Trauma,’ ‘ChatGPT for Parent Carers,’ ‘Micro Moments of Joy,’ ‘Reclaiming Your Voice,’ and ‘Winter Gardens.’

Did you know I have a free bi-monthly digital magazine especially for parent carers? KinToa - all about the parent carer life but tips in there will work for many. There are 5 editions available.

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Perceptions of parent carers SEND Shenanigans · Episode

SEND Shenanigans is back for our second season. We’re three parent carers with 11 kids between us - 10 of whom gave us the parent carer title

In our first episode, we’re chatting about perceptions of parent carers.

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Map of Monotropic Experiences This map highlights 20 common aspects of monotropic experience. How many do you experience?

Monotropism seeks to explain autism through the lens of attention and interests. This map, by @autisticrealms.bsky.so in collab with Stimpunks, highlights 20 common aspects of monotropic experience. Check it out #monotropism #yellowladybugs #actuallyautistic
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Absolutely 💯 👍👊

👋 👋 this is me …. #SENDsky 😊

Love climbing fences to check out the grass….. so far so good 😊 🤞 🥰

It’s BACK! And on BlueSky! Friday’s #SENDSky (pls RT)

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FINALLY deactivated the ‘ol’ x account after deactivating myself from interacting when EM took over! Lots of hope for this platform 🫶 #SEND #parentcarers #Autism #neurodivergence #ND #ADHD #childsocialcare #adult #socialcare hit me with yr top bluskyers to follow 🤩😊 TY

📣 Parent carers of disabled children: now’s your chance to help shape the future of the NHS! 🏥 Check out @DCPcampaign’s blog and join the call for evidence to ensure disabled children’s voices are heard in the NHS 10-Year Plan: bit.ly/DCPNHSBlog #NHS10YearPlan #SEND

Raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder to get better access to support - Special Needs Jungle Raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder to get better access to support. Our article from columnists Speech & Language UK

NEW POST: Raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder to get better access to support. Our article today is from Speech & Language Adviser, Amy Loxley of new SNJ columnists, charity Speech and Language UK www.specialneedsjungle.com/awareness-de... #DLD