Some good ideas for proprioceptive input

Any plane enthusiasts... There are family fun days to mark the 60th anniversary of the airport’s official opening🛫 The airport is hosting an open weekend on July 19, 20 and 21. See poster for information 1

Next in the series of Meet the Team, meet Sam our Vice Chair.

If you need help appealing against a refusal to carry out an EHC needs assessment, have you seen IPSEA have put together a 'refusal to assess' pack, which gives a detailed guide to this type of appeal. They have template letters that can help you buff.ly/2pRisOC

SMIRA (the Selective Mutism Information and Research Association) have put out a statement about understanding and supporting Selective Mutism. Check it out here selectivemutism.org.uk/smiras-stateme…

Calling all Lego fans 📣 The fan-led Lego festival, aka Chesterfield Brick Festival is coming to Queen's Park, Chesterfield on 31st August. See more details on their website: chesterfield.co.uk/events/chester…

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower scheme have introduced a range of Sunflower products to take with you on your travels. 🌻 Luggage strap 🌻 Luggage ID tag 🌻 Passport cover 🌻 Seat belt strap 🌻 Sweets! Visit the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower shop here bit.ly/3SEcOfG

Ideas for the upcoming holidays

Roz The Robot, Moana, Paddington... 👀 They're just a few family favourite characters returning to Cineworld screens this Summer for £1 a ticket! ✨ Learn more on their website You can also get free carer with cea cards

For anyone who needs reminding today

Barbie and Breakthrough T1D have partnered on the first-ever Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes, designed with inclusion and empathy at the core. 💙​ Her blue polka dot style is a nod to the global symbols for diabetes awareness.

From 9.00 am on 14th July, families can apply for uniform support at derbyfood4thoughtalliance.org.uk/get-support/sc… Their School Uniform Hub runs 18th–22nd August in partnership with Derbion.

Take a look at this August bucket list from Ordinary and Happy @ordinaryandhappylife Some are simple things you can do from home, while others will take you on some memorable trips and adventures. See how many of these ideas you can do throughout August.

Have you heard of Aera’s Sensory Den that has opened up in Alfreton? It's a private sensory space for children and adults with disabilities. Now open 7 days a week for private bookings of up to 8. Check out their website/socials aerassensoryden.setmore.com

Lots of upcoming events with NeuroHub. See posters for information

This resource from the Autism Support Community, titled 'How to Support an Autistic Child', offers some suggestions on do's/don'ts. Do these resonate with you? Would you add or suggest anything for fellow parent carers, not just for autistic children, but any neurodivergents?"

For anyone who needs reminding of this today

Now that we're a week or so into the summer holidays, it’s a good moment to pause and remind ourselves not to place too much pressure—on our young people or ourselves. Do what feels manageable. If quiet days are needed, take them; if more activity helps, try to plan for that.

Calling all parent carers of young people aged 18+ with an EHCP - Are you aware of the exciting potential of supported internships with Amazon? They're tailored to help young people with special educational needs gain valuable work experience and skills.

We're going to be quieter over the remainder of the summer holidays. If you email or dm us we will reply but you may not get a response straight away.