Waiting for an ADHD or autism assessment can feel overwhelming. Many families tell us they’re unsure what support their child is entitled to while they wait, and unfortunately there’s a lot of misinformation circulating. NHS waiting times remain extremely long…
Statement The Forum has been made aware earlier this evening by a parent about concerns regarding potential changes by Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) to the Right to Choose pathway. We raised our concerns about this to Medway’s…
Our Medway Parents and Carers Summer Newsletter is here Find out what your local Parent Carer Forum has been up to over the last few months.Read about our recent and upcoming coffee mornings, our summer diary to find out where…
We recently asked our members to share ‘one word’ that they feel represents being a parent carer. This was intended for our Chatham Carnival Trolley which we decorated with our parent carer words. However, What we created from it was…
Getting your child to school can be one of the biggest challenges families face, especially when a child has additional needs or disabilities, this guide is to learn about SEND travel assistance in Medway. If your child has Special Educational…
A parent carer is anyone who looks after and supports a child or young person with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This might include a wide range of needs such as autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, physical disabilities, speech…
Medway Council has recently introduced a new AI Search Tool on its website, designed to make it easier for residents to find information quickly and in a more accessible way. For parent carers that are those navigating Special Educational Needs…
If you’re wondering what does a Parent Carer Forum do? We are here to answer the question, as Medway’s local parent carer forum we support families of children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) by ensuring…
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 11th–17th May 2026. This year’s theme, set by the Mental Health Foundation, is “Action.” The campaign encourages us to take meaningful action for our mental health. Action is personally to the individual and…
Our Spring 2026 Newsletter focuses on what we as your local parent carer forum has been up to, including; our recent AGM, SEND Award Winners, White Paper Send Reform Feedback and surveys, working with North Kent Mind. Find Details of…
We are so delighted and over the moon to reveal that our Team are award winners. We can now announce our wonderful Lisa Scarrott is the award winner of The People’s Choice Award at MVA 2026 VCSEF Sector Leaders Award.…
We’re celebrating our Incredible SEND Award Winners of 2026! We are absolutely delighted to share the amazing achievements of this year’s SEND Award Winners from our AGM! Each Winner has shown extraordinary dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting children and…
Looking for family‑friendly activities in Medway this Easter half‑term? We hope this guide becomes your go‑to resource for accessible, inclusive, and SEND‑friendly Easter events in Medway, Kent 2026 Finding neurodiverse‑friendly, autism‑friendly, and accessible family activities during the school holidays shouldn’t…
As your local Forum, we remain committed to representing Medway Parent and Carer voices, and are asking if you could take the time to answer the survey’s linked below. These surveys includes the same questions shared by the government consultation.…