The Parent Plus special needs group is for parents of children aged from 11 to 25 years.
It is suitable for parents who have a child with an intellectual disability.
Parents of children with additional needs or a disability can face significant challenges, especially during the adolescent years.
This eight-week programme is practical, solution-focused and draws on parents' strengths.
It is suitable for parents who are raising an older child or adolescent with a mild, moderate or severe intellectual disability, and who may also have an additional diagnosis, such as autism spectrum disorder or a physical disability.
As a parent or carer, learn how to:
- personally cope and manage stress
- deal with the challenges of adolescence
- support the needs of your other children
- manage challenging behaviour
You'll learn how to support your child to:
- learn social skills and build friendships
- deal with puberty and sexuality
- gain confidence and self-esteem
- be more independent
How to access
Parents need to contact the Children's Front Door on 01275 888 808 and professionals need to complete the Request for Support Form and email it to Children's Front Door at childrens.frontdoor@n-somerset.gov.uk.