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CAMHs is currently working on improving the content on the Bucks CAMHS website so that it better supports parents, carers, children and young people. They would like parent carer input on the main landing page and how it links to other information and support for families and young people. They have asked FACT Bucks to find parents and carer who have ideas about what information is most important and how it could be structured in order to...

To make our sessions on the SEND reform as open as possible, here is a way to submit your views. It's called 'Padlet' and is a virtual space for parent carers to share views and experiences about SEND reform. You can post anonymously. There are theme headings to help us gather information, please choose the theme(s) that matter most to you. There’s no need to read or respond to everything. Short comments are welcome. Please avoid sharing...

The Council for Disabled Children (CDC) is delivering a series of events in relation to the SEND Reform Government Consultation.  The Council for Disabled Children and the Department for Education are partnering to host a series of online and in-person engagement events as part of the SEND Reform: Putting Children and Young People First consultation. These events are an important opportunity for anyone with an interest in the consultation to share their views on the proposals - including...

Are you aged 18– 24 years old? Do you have a learning difficulty and/or disability? Do you have an EHCP? Do you want to achieve full-time employment ? Would you like support and training to gain vital work skills and access real work? Would you like to improve your Maths and English? Would you like support from a specialist job coach? If you answered yes to the above then the Supported Internship programme could be for you find...

NHSE Wider Workforce Sessions Buckinghamshire Community Wellbeing Hub is excited to be working with our partners to deliver 5 wider workforce sessions at our Hubs in Buckinghamshire. Through the NHSE Wider Workforce funding, we are able to offer health and social care professionals across Buckinghamshire with free safe learning spaces to discuss important topics that impact our Buckinghamshire residents and workforce! Book your space here https://lnkd.in/eZrh6c2u or email events@buckscommunityhub.com

Adoption: A major consultation is underway by the The Department for Education to rethink how adopted children and those in kinship care are supported, with proposals to improve mental health, resilience, and access to the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund. The ideas on the table include eight possible reforms designed to make the system work better for every family. By taking part in the survey and sharing your experience, you can help shape a more responsive...

The National Network of Parent Carer Forums (NNPCF) welcomes the publication of the Schools White Paper and the chance for families, Parent Carer Forums (PCFs) and partners to share their views on the Government’s proposals. Families and professionals agree that the SEND system needs real change so children and young people can get the support they deserve. We know many parent carers have been waiting anxiously to understand what the reforms might mean in practice. Over recent...

The Bucks Skills Show 2026 is taking place on 4 - 5 March 2026 at Stoke Mandeville Stadium, offering career inspiration, hands-on experiences, and networking with over 120 exhibitors. The Confident Futures segment specifically supports young people with special educational needs and disabilities and others facing barriers to employment, helping them build confidence and skills for future careers.  You can book here to reserve a space You can find more details on the Bucks Skills Hub website FACT will be attending both days so you can add a drop by and say hello.