Parent & Family Support
Parent training programmes, psychoeducation, sibling support and carers' wellbeing services in Kent.
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Core Pathway: Parent training programmes like "Early Bird" are recommended for parents of autistic children. Kent offers various parent education programmes through health, education, and voluntary sector providers.
Free service providing information, advice, support and training to individuals, families, carers and professionals affected by autism across Kent and Medway. Runs parent support groups, email groups and offers 1:1 meetings.
We Are Beams’ Family Advice service welcomes enquiries from Dartford, Bexley, Gravesham and Sevenoaks, with priority for members. It offers SEND information, advice and support; attendance at meetings and some other help depend on availability.
Telephone 01322 668501; check current enquiry times and membership arrangements.
SEN Professionals advertises parent training and individual online sessions. Ask what the proposed programme covers, who will deliver it and what it costs. The listing does not establish that this is a licensed National Autistic Society EarlyBird programme.
Confirm age criteria, content, qualifications and fees.
Provides training and information sessions for parents, schools, colleges, Primary Care Networks, Early Help teams, CAMHS, charities and parent support groups. Extensive knowledge of SEND including Autism, ADHD and related conditions.
Autism South East advertises local activity groups and parent connections, including children’s sessions in Longfield and a Lego club in Northfleet. Check its current event page for age bands, booking, location and any charges. Its current homepage does not establish a SEND legal-training service.
Activities and support groups are distinct from clinical therapy or legal casework.
Carers First offers online information for unpaid carers wherever they live, including parents of children with additional needs. Its current list of local service areas includes Medway; the homepage does not list a general Kent local service. Check the relevant area’s eligibility for groups and individual support.
Online information and a locally commissioned service are different offers.
KCC Early Help services provide support for families with children with SEND. Includes family support workers, parenting programmes, and help accessing services. Family Hubs provide a first point of contact for family support.
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