Connected - Parent's Support Group for Autistic Teenagers

07/09/2026

If you are interested in Dyslexia.

Have you read our new report yet?

Our latest research, A pathway interrupted, shines a light on the experiences of dyslexic young people and the barriers they face in education and beyond.

From late diagnosis and a lack of understanding in school, to reduced confidence and fewer opportunities after education, the findings show how one challenge can lead to another.

We need to change this pathway. Every young person deserves the right support to reach their full potential.

Read the full report: https://loom.ly/ifou6v4


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07/09/2026

02/09/2026

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Can’t Not Won’t by Eliza Fricker.
A Story About A Child Who Couldn’t Go To School.
Published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers

28/08/2026

I normally operate a waiting list for our group, however as we get ready to return in September, after our summer break, there may be changes in the group numbers. So if you are interested in finding out more about the group and potentially securing a place please dm or email me.

28/08/2026

TRANSITIONS -BACK TO SCHOOL
It's that time of year SEND families dread as back to school approaches. What do school transitions mean ? They mean:
* Unpredictability
* Lack of Autonomy
* Going back to an environment not built for them
* Returning to a place they are often not understood and lack connection with people.
*It often means having a feeling of worthlessness and low self-efficacy, especially if the classroom is challenging and learning potential is diminished.
* Going in to an environment that brings massive sensory challenges.
* It brings increased stress and anxiety that activates the nervous system triggering the FIGHT/FLIGHT/FREEZE/FAWN response.
* It activates a constant state of ALERT (for both parent and child).

Getting them over the threshold at all costs is not productive in terms of learning and long term will only damage mental health and coping thresholds. Do not be deceived into thinking that compliance and conformity are signs of regulation.

26/08/2026

If you haven’t heard of them Lifespace Trust are a local mentoring support service.

19/08/2026

Good luck to all those getting their GCSE results tomorrow 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻☘️☘️☘️

16/08/2026

CWW Mind exam support drop in session. Stratford date 27th August.

08/08/2026

07/08/2026

Come and join us for a webinar! ECHO: Talking About Mental Health With Your Child or Young Person. We have an evening session on Thursday 13th August at 6pm that you can sign up for via Eventbrite here tinyurl.com/3ucje3mn or join us instead for an afternoon session on Wednesday 26th August at 12.30pm via Eventbrite here tinyurl.com/ycxkszwb

Please note: this webinar is only available to parents/carers of Warwickshire young people.