Be Free To Be You

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Relaxed performance of panto “The Wizard of Oz” at The trinity arts centre

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Thomas & Friends to introduce first autistic character Bruno the Brake Car The new role will be voiced by nine-year-old autistic actor Elliott Garcia.

For all those children who may be feeling anxious about taking sats. Good luck to you all

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To all the mum’s raising special children Happy Mother’s Day ❤️

Biggest misconception ever…

When they are at school the care doesn’t end at all. I am always talking to someone, whether it’s a physio, OT, doctor, pharmacist, school or other parent carers.

I could be filling out paperwork or emailing and fighting for something or other. Since starting PCF last week I will now be fighting for others too…

When I’m not doing all of that, I’m making sure everything is where she likes it, that we have red crisps available and that i’ve bought something she will actually eat for tea.

After all of that? I’m usually just genuinely talking about her… that’s what happens when you become all consumed with someone because they need you. Even when I socialise, it’s often coffee mornings… where we discuss our kids haha.

So please don’t tell a parent care that they get a ‘break’ then get surprised when they roll their eyes… there is no break 🤷🏼‍♀️💜

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Don’t forget we are beck again this Thursday. Let’s get this group shared let people know it’s running. People I spoke to said they wanted this group so get it accessed.

Group tomorrow 10-12 come and bring your child/children to a safe non judgemental place. Where your child is free to be themselves. No one knows how hard it is taking your child to places where there’s a fear of judgment from meltdowns better than a sen parent. That’s not the case at this group. I understand it’s hard going to new places too but we’re a friendly bunch and you’ll be welcomed with a tea or coffee 🙂

Few photos from today’s session. (Photos are of my children no photo consent needed)

Group tomorrow 10-12 come and bring your child/children to a safe non judgemental place. Where your child is free to be themselves. No one knows how hard it is taking your child to places where there’s a fear of judgment from meltdowns better than a sen parent. That’s not the case at this group. I understand it’s hard going to new places too but we’re a friendly bunch and you’ll be welcomed with a tea or coffee 🙂

The group is running on Thursday from 10-12 we hope to see people using the service we are providing.

EDITED: our brand NEW professionals group!

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Dear Local Authorities, EHCP coordinators and anyone following or developing an Education Health and Care Plan,

When a child has an EHCP in place it is usually because they have a disability or other underlying needs that require over and above the amount of support that schools are able to find out of their notional SEN budget.

They may have learning disabilities, sensory difficulties which make it harder for them to regulate in mainstream environments, or they may be Neurodivergent.

Many of these children will not have been FULLY supported prior to the EHCP being funded and most will therefore have some sort of school based trauma that will take some time to recover from.

I have read a LOT of EHCP’s in the last year and the recurring theme I am sick of seeing is the onus about “good choices” being placed upon a disabled child who struggles to self regulates, has a pda profile of autism, is experiencing several meltdowns a day, if not more, and are unable to consciously many ANY choice, let alone good ones.

Yet, provision is delivered as if the child makes a choice to have a meltdown, makes a choice to become overwhelmed by the sensory environment, makes a choice to lash out, scream, throw things.

The very sad and very real reality and truth for ALL of these disabled children is that conscience doesn’t have a place here. They simply cannot control these actions when placed in an environment that overwhelms and causes them distress, yet they are penalised for not making “good choices”

That responsibility is huge, unreasonable and the target almost never reached unless the child becomes a fawner, in which case renders them vulnerable to other mental health difficulties and disabilities and we don’t just have a child who can make good choices, we have a child who is conforming out of submission. Be very worried.

When we have children who CAN make good choices it’s usually because they are not disabled, and do not need an EHCP, so why are we forcing neuro-normative expectations on to our most vulnerable children?

Surely that is just common sense?

If one of the reasons as to why they need an EHCP is self regulation, sensory differences or neurodivergence then the correct environment, the correct provision and the support and understanding from specialist teachers fully trained will surely negate OUTCOME 1?

Why are we placing our neurodivergent children in environments where “bad choices” are unconsciously made due to no fault of their own?

Let’s place children in the correct environments, fully supported, sensory friendly, neurodivergent trained and led by those with actual direct experience!

Let’s not force children to make choices which will impair their mental well-being for the benefit of the environment and start fully supporting them so they are never in a position to chose conforming and fawning over mental well-being.

It is OUR responsibility to ensure that every child doesn’t have to choose rewards over regulation.

They can have both ……

Overwhelm is NOT a choice.

Just a few of the activities we had at the first group today. (Photos taken before the session due to safeguarding other children)

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A list of summer activities to do over the next few weeks.

Summer 2021 Here is a download of 4 weeks worth of activities that you can use over the summer for ideas to adapt and pick and choose from, plus a template to plan your own 2 weeks. You're welcome :-)

Just a funny one for today 😂

It’s really hard work work having a child/children with extra needs don’t be afraid to ask for help.

We’ve had a generous donation of toys for the group. There’s going to be a range of activities including giant badminton, catch sets, crafts and a reading corner. Hope to see some of you there.

😂 accurate lol

Apparently "there are loads of free things for children to do in the holidays."

But that isn't true for all children.

There is much more to accessibility than just being able to get in.

Starting Thursday 29th July 🥰

So let's get this shared 🙂
Our new group 'Be Free to Be You' will start on Thursday 29th July at The Studio Gainsborough.

Does your child have ADHD, Autism or other disabilities? Do you struggle to find somewhere safe for them to play without feeling judged? As a parent would you feel more supported by being around others in similar situations? If the answer is yes, this is the group for you.

It will be a chance for children to play and parents talk openly where you might not normally be able to.

The group will grow week by week and we very much want to be led by what you want, as that is what is important.

We will run every Thursday 10am - 12pm, and it will be £2.50 for child / parent, additional children 50p. Drinks and biscuits to be included.

Booking is essential so please drop us a message or email [email protected] to reserve your place.

We are also still looking for donations if anyone can help in anyway ❤️