ZigZag Leeds Autism Support Group

14/11/2025

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9v127xp2r4o #:~:text=But%20changing%20EHCPs%20is%20a,had%20been%20%22seriously%20damaging%22.

The government is facing political pressure as it tries to reform the "broken" system of support for children with special educational needs.

13/11/2025

Lovely to see all the children enjoying themselves at tonight's session. 😀

10/11/2025

Hope everyone enjoyed our Sunday Zigzag Gravity Session. Looking forward to seeing you all next Thursday 😊

09/11/2025

Harrogate fun fair are doing a sen session 3pm on the 19th dec. Limited capacity.

https://crowleisuregroup.co.uk/product/sen-sessions/

07/11/2025

For our members and followers in the Bradford area

👉 Accessing support at the district’s Family Hubs (for families with children aged 0-25 with SEND)...

In the last SEND Parent/carer survey over 80% of parents who responded said they had not accessed any support from the Bradford district Family Hubs, so we wanted to share more about what the hubs do and how to get support from them (click on the link in the comments 👇 )

What are Family Hubs?
Family Hubs welcome all families and carers with children and young people aged 0 to 19, and up to age 25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
Bradford West Family Hub Bradford East Family Hub Bradford South Family Hub Keighley and Shipley Family Hub

Give them a follow for the latest activities!

Support available?
✅ speak to a Family Navigator
✅ ask for advice about school support – exclusions, behaviour problems, waiting times
✅ activities include SENDIASS drop-ins, Cygnet, sensory rooms
✅ peer support from other parents and to combat isolation
✅ information and signposting about a range of topics such as help with forms, housing issues, finding work and understanding diagnoses
✅ health support – for your own or your child’s mental health, to build resilience and confidence

FYI Bradford District

07/11/2025

📢 ADHD Taskforce Final Report is out

An independent taskforce tackling ADHD care has published its final report this week.

The independent report recognises that services across the country are under significant pressure due to the growing number of people seeking assessment and support which has resulted in long waits for diagnosis and treatment.

It calls for ADHD to be recognised and treated as a common condition, supported by new diagnosis models to help reduce waiting lists and that professionals across healthcare including GPs should receive more training on recognising symptoms and having an appropriate role in treatment.

Key findings:

🧠 ADHD support must be holistic, not diagnosis-led
👶 Early intervention is critical—especially for vulnerable families
🏫 Schools need inclusive cultures + trained staff
👥 Youth (11–24) need integrated, one-stop services
🏥 NHS ADHD services face long waits—urgent reform needed
📲 Digital tools like NHS App can streamline care
⏳ Support while waiting is essential to prevent crisis

We have added the link to the full report in the comments below 👇

07/11/2025

Privileged and honoured to represent Lisa James at the Leeds Compassionate City Awards ceremony.

Lisa was shortlisted for the Unsung Hero category and I’m so proud to share that she was highly commended! - recognised for her dedication, compassion and unwavering support for families of autistic children over more than two decades.

It was a wonderful evening celebrating all that’s good about Leeds and the often unseen, selfless work happening at grassroots level. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees - every one of them is inspiring and so deserving of recognition.

I’m beyond proud to be even a tiny part of what Lisa has created. Even while facing serious illness, she continues to guide and inspire us through the values of ZigZag - compassion, acceptance and inclusion.

From myself, Vicky (Acting Chair) and Nicola - Lisa’s sister and ZigZag Trustee, thank you Lisa for letting us represent you, and for everything you’ve done for so many. You truly are an inspiration 💜
Sarah xx

02/11/2025

Everyone enjoyed jumping at our ZigZag Gravity session tonight. See you all at Thursday's session.

31/10/2025

Yesterday was our Halloween party at gravity. All the children looked terrifyingly amazing. Hope they all enjoyed their sweet bags 🥰 Happy Halloween to all who celebrate 🎃👻