Somerset Parent Carer Forum

30/12/2025

📣Somerset Council’s Engagement and Participation Team are excited to announce that in January and February.

They will be hosting two workshops to introduce opportunities available to Somerset children and young people.

email participationmailbox@somerset.gov.uk for more information

29/12/2025

FREE live webinars to help Somerset couples build stronger relationships

A new series of FREE live webinars to help strengthen couple’s relationships and create a calmer family life has been launched for Somerset parents.

Whether you attend as a couple or on your own, you’ll leave with practical tips you can use in your day-to-day family life to help you:
🔹Talk better, argue less, and feel closer as a couple.
🔹Handle disagreements and reduce stress for the whole family.
🔹Parent together, creating a united front for your children.

Investing time in building a stronger relationship between you as a couple helps you create a safe, supportive environment where your children can thrive.Parents are welcome to join one or all the sessions.

To find out more and book your space please click 👇https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/ruth-james-rpc-co-ordinator-somerset-council-75927134373

28/12/2025

Little Ears Somerset for Somerset families with deaf and HOH children and young people.

They have their first meet of the year at Ferne animal sanctuary. please book with them directly. 👇

26/12/2025

❄️ In The Mix Project Winter Holiday Provision in Wellington⛄

Join In THE Mix Project for their Winter Happy Healthy Holiday programme 2025!!

They've got cooking and crafts, sports and sweet treats, plus outdoor activities, Christmas themed games and more!

➡️ The Kings Arms Community Hub in Wellington for ages 11-16
➡️ Dates include 29th and 30th December 2025.

They still have several funded places to provide via Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership - SASP and Wellington Town Council.

Bookings available now! Funded places available on a first come, first serve basis. Please complete a booking form to secure your place.

➡️ For young people aged 11-16. Info will be sent out to parents and carers upon bookings received.
🔗To book our programme if you are in receipt of free school meals visit, https://tinyurl.com/mwajjf7x
🔗To book other funded places visit: https://tinyurl.com/bdzakyap

ℹ️T&Cs apply, info is available on posters and booking forms, for full details get in touch. For more info on our Holiday Provision, or if you have a question, please email emma.poppel@inthemixproject.org.uk or call 01984 629510.

23/12/2025

What a great way to finish the year. Thank you to all the famlies that joined us on Sunday for this years Panto. Great fun had by all.

22/12/2025

We know this time of year can be tough for anyone.
Open Mental Health has created a Festive Wellbeing Kit packed with tips and support for your health and wellbeing,

You don’t need to be in crisis to reach out or access help, support is here for you.
👉 Explore the Festive Wellbeing Kit today:

https://openmentalhealth.org.uk/festive-wellbeing-kit/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOdMm9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeFW35DB6NkdvyWM5m35RnxWZcy-xJYAOFC6vyAyBxqDHr-X6d82DGZT6gUWc_aem_lzOigkCBC8Rr0HQKh7ISUw

For some of us, the holiday season can be painful and overwhelming. Money worries, isolation, the anticipation of spending time with family, or the stress of preparing for all the festivities can be hard on our mental health.

21/12/2025

🎭We’re looking forward to our group visit to the Beauty and the Beast pantomime at Westlands Entertainment Venue, Yeovil today at 6:30 PM.

For everyone who has booked tickets, we have sent you a email with details for the event. Our reps will be at Westlands from 6:00 PM to meet you and hand out tickets. We can’t wait to see you there 🙂

20/12/2025

The Communitiy Inclustion and activity Team Christmas holiday Calendar is out now 👇

19/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from all of us! 🎄

We hope this festive season brings you the kind of Christmas that feels just right for your family, whether that’s full of sparkle, quiet moments, or something in between.

Our office is now closed for the holidays and will reopen on Monday, 5th January. Until then, take care, enjoy the break, and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year 🙂

19/12/2025

🦉We’re pleased to be running our updated Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) WISE Workshop in Minehead.

EBSA (also known as Anxiety-Based School Avoidance) describes children and young people who struggle to attend school due to overwhelming feelings like anxiety.

💬 This workshop will help you:
🦉 Identify the signs of EBSA
🦉 Explore practical strategies to support your child

📍 Open to all parent carers in Somerset who have a child with additional needs and/or a disability.

🗓️ Book your space today and join us for a supportive, informative session.

https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/wise-up-workshops/

19/12/2025

🎲🧩 Tabletop Games Night for SEND Young People – First Time Free! 🧩🎲

Looking for a fun and inclusive evening activity? Green Goblins Games Club is running a fantastic Tabletop Games Night for children and young people in Somerset with a disability or additional needs.

🗓️ Next session: Friday, 19th December 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00pm – 10:30pm
📍 Ages: 10+ (under 10s welcome with a parent or carer)
💷 Cost: £4 entry | First time free | Parent carers go free

Activities include:
🎲 Pokémon Trading Card Game
🎲 Board Games
🎲 Dungeons & Dragons role-play - And more

This event is grant funded by Somerset Council as part of the Community Inclusion and Activity Team. No referral is needed, just come along and join the fun!
📞 To book or find out more, contact Michael Ford on 07733 066157
📧 Or email: email@greengoblinsgamesclub.co.uk

18/12/2025

🤝 Calling All Parent Carer Support Groups in Somerset!

Do you run a support group for parent carers of children and young people (up to 25 years old) with additional needs or disabilities, diagnosed or not?

If so, you’re warmly invited to join the Somerset Support Group Forum, a welcoming network that meets three times a year in different locations across the county.

🗓 Next Meeting: Tuesday, 27th January – Yeovil
💬 Cost: Free to attend
🥪 Lunch: Provided
📩 Book your place: Email admin@somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk

✨ Why Join?
✅ Connect and share experiences with other local groups
✅ Gain valuable updates on local services and opportunities
✅ Build a stronger, more connected community
All support groups are welcome. If your group supports parent carers, we’d love for you to be part of this valuable network!