Gateshead Parent Carer Forum

Gateshead Parent Carer Forum (opens new window) is a volunteer group of parents and carers of disabled children and young people who have a variety of special educational needs and disabilities living in Gateshead.

Their aim is to support parents and carers of children and young people with SEND by coming together in a relaxed atmosphere, having drop in coffee mornings, information sessions with invited speakers, and training events.

They also aim to make sure services within Gateshead meet the needs of disabled/SEND children and their families. They do this by gathering the views of local families and by working closely with the council, health, education and social care professionals, as well as other agencies to provide active participation to help influence and shape the development and delivery of the services our children, young people and families access. They highlight where local services, processes and commissioners are working well, or challenge when changes or improvements need to be made.

Membership of the forum will ensure you are aware of consultations and events in our area and that your voice is heard in reviewing and developing service to meet the needs of our children and families.

Contact info@gatesheadparentcarerforum.co.uk for more information.

To join, visit the Gateshead Parent Carer Forum webiste (opens new window)