Being a parent or carer of a child with SEND can be tiring, stressful and bewildering, but there is help available, for instance:
Many charities offer information and advice for parents and carers. A detailed list is available on our Useful Links page. Contact a Family, for example, offers assistance to parents of disabled children and produces information sheets on a wide range of topics and conditions.
Caring for a child with SEND can cause strains with a partner and with other children. Charities such as RELATE, One to One and Contact a Family can provide support on managing relationships when caring for children with SEND. You may also wish to speak to your GP about a possible referral to CAMHS to see whether you are entitled to family therapy.
If you feel you have reached crisis point, speak to your GP, SENCO or family support worker and they will arrange for support.
Firstly, don’t blame yourself if your child displays behaviour that challenges. Your local behaviour outreach service or SENDIAS team will be able to provide useful techniques for you to use, for instance:
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