Connected - Parent's Support Group for Autistic Teenagers

24/12/2025

If you need to talk to someone …help is there.

Incase you need someone to talk to over the festive period. Our Parents Helpline will be closed from 25th December and re-open on 2nd Jan.

22/12/2025

Wishing everyone a Christmas filled with happy memories and I hope 2026 brings good things. 🥰⭐️

15/12/2025

One for the Dads !

An online session for dads to share and learn together.

12/12/2025

Pre - recorded webinars covering some key issues that may be of interest.

Looking for clear, trustworthy guidance on education and SEN? 🎓💡

Our prerecorded webinars are ready whenever you are - affordable, packed with expert advice, and perfect for busy parents, carers, and professionals.

Covering topics such as:
✨ EBSNA (Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance)
✨ EOTAS
✨ Behaviour & Exclusions
✨ Effective Complaints
✨ SEN Support in Secondary School
✨ Choosing the right school
✨ Nursery to Reception transition
✨ ASD Units vs Specialist ASD Schools
✨ Maths support for SEN
✨ Reasonable Adjustments
… and so much more!

📲 Browse all webinars here: https://sossen.org.uk/services/webinars/

💷 Prices start from just £10–£15
🎧 Watch at your own pace, anytime

Empower yourself with knowledge — because informed support changes lives. 💜

02/12/2025

At the bottom of the article it tells you how you can get involved.

Government acts on commitment to put parents’ experiences at the heart of SEND reform through new public engagement campaign.

25/11/2025

This made me think of someone I knew that I’m pretty certain this was true of. BPD misdiagnosis instead of AUDHD.

24/11/2025

This course aims to improve your understanding of why people may self-harm. The signs and symptoms of self-harm, tips for how to support yourself and how you can provide support to a person who self-harms.
👉Book here: https://www.recoveryandwellbeing.co.uk/

15/11/2025

SNJ has a series of SEND system Flow Charts from navigating SEN Support, applying for and conducting an EHC Needs Assessment, appealing a decision and EHCP Annual Reviews. Free to download
https://www.specialneedsjungle.com/flow-chart/

07/11/2025

What are the main needs of Autism ? I have accumulated this learning over many years with the help of many professionals. This simple info graphic pulls together some of the key learnings from years of listening to some of the best experts in the world and my own life experience. With special thanks to Peter Vermeulen, Dr Naomi Fisher, Studio3 and Professor Andrew McDonnell whose knowledge I have hopefully passed on in a productive manner to my group.

06/11/2025

Information on Eating Disorders

If you're worried your child has an eating disorder or problem, read our tips and advice on how to find professional help and how to support them at home.

05/11/2025

A little known about thing… as an employee you are allowed to take up to week ( which can be broken) a year in unpaid time off to care for a disabled dependent. More details on the government website.

https://www.gov.uk/carers-leave #:~:text=The%20dependant%20does%20not%20have,in%20the%20previous%2012%20months.