Sold out: Emotional Resilience for Parents of Children with SEND

Parenting a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can be an emotional rollercoaster. This course, “Emotional Resilience for Parents of Children with SEND,” is designed to help parents navigate the complex emotions that come with this journey. Delivered by Natalie Fernando, a qualified counsellor, writer of the blog Better to be Different and parent to two neurodivergent children, this course provides a safe and supportive environment for parents to explore their feelings, build resilience, and find strength in their unique parenting experience.

 

Course Objectives:

• Understanding Emotions: Gain insight into the common emotional responses to raising a child with SEND, including grief, guilt, and anxiety.
• Building Resilience: Learn practical strategies to build emotional resilience and cope with stress.
• Effective Communication: Develop skills for open and honest communication with family members, educators, and healthcare providers.
• Self-Care: Discover the importance of self-care and how to integrate it into your daily routine.
• Support Networks: Connect with other parents and professionals to build a supportive community.

 

Course Highlights:

• Expert Guidance: Sessions led by a qualified counsellor with extensive experience in supporting families of children with SEND.
• Personal Stories: Hear from other parents who have navigated similar emotional journeys, sharing their experiences and insights.
• Resource Toolkit: Build a variety of strategies and tools to help support your own emotional wellbeing whilst advocating for your child/children.

 

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for parents and caregivers of children with SEND who are seeking emotional support and practical strategies to manage their thoughts & feelings.

 

★ Part 1: Wednesday 13th November – 10.00am to 12noon

★ Part 2: Wednesday 20th November – 10.00am to 12noon

★ Part 3: Wednesday 27th November – 10.00am to 12noon

★ Part 4: Wednesday 4th December – 10.00am to 12noon

 

Please read carefully before registering your interest:

• Parents must be able to commit to attending all four sessions.
• Please register your interest by clicking the button below or emailing [email protected] – we will then confirm places and send details on how to pay to secure your place.
• This course is in-person at The SNAP Centre and will not be recorded.
• SNAP is unable to accommodate children at this session.
• Refund requests can be submitted up to the end of the day on 6th November and is dependent on us being able to reallocate the place – we are unable to process refunds after this time.