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October 2, 2024

Dorset: Let's talk SEND week Mon 21st - 25th Oct

Credit: Dorsetcountycouncil


Join us for Dorset’s first in-person Let’s Talk SEND Week, starting Monday, 21 October! This exciting week is packed full of valuable information, advice and support for families of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Kicking off with a main event at Kingston Maurward on 21 October from 10 am to 1:30 pm, it’s a fantastic opportunity to meet friendly professionals from services like CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), short breaks providers, and many more. You can ask questions, get advice, and connect with other SEND families in a welcoming environment.

There are also regional events across Dorset that will give you the chance to meet your local SEND teams, find out what support is available, and chat to other parents and carers.

Nearest pop in locations for Bovington & Blandford

Wareham Family Hub: 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm Thursday 24 October


Dorchester Family Hub: 10.00 pm to 12.00 pm Thursday 24 October

The week finishes with an online Q&A session on Friday, 25 October, at 10.15 am to 11.00 am (registration required).

You can also follow the Kingston Maurward event via the Facebook event, by clicking here – which will give you the most up-to-date information.

No need to book for the in-person events—just drop in when it suits you.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE