Special Educational Needs & Disabilites Groups (SEND)
A specialist group for families who have children with an SEND Diagnosis, are on the pathway or have general developmental delay.
SEND Family Support Groups in Basildon and Braintree Districts
Basildon – All About Family Hub, Laindon
Held on Monday 1 to 2.30pm
Braintree – Acorn Family Hub Delivery Site, Halstead.
Held on Thurssday 10 to 11.30am
These are our specialist groups for families who have children with an SEND diagnosis, are on the pathway or have general development delay. Led by our experienced Early Years team and supported by trained volunteers.
The group offers a safe, understanding space for families to connect, share experiences, and access advice and practical support.
Sessions inlcude Sensory play and engaging activities for the parents & children to enjoy together. Alongisde opportunities for parents to meet others and find out about local resources & services.
- If you would like to register to attend please complete our self referral form
- If you are a professional who feel a family could benefit from this support, please complete our Professional Referral Form.
“With the support of a Home-Start volunteer, I learnt how to interact and play with my son, put boundaries in place and create a safe and secure home.”
“My volunteer was so easy to talk to, we get on really well. I have kept going to the group now without my volunteer which I am really happy about, they helped me to feel much more confident.”
I feel so relaxed after I’ve spoken with my volunteer. I really do feel more confident in my ability as a parent.’
‘My volunteer was very hands on with the children. Her advice was really helpful.’
‘My volunteer helped me get out of the house to baby group.’
Thank you for all you're doing, not sure what I'd do without you.
Home-Start Parent
You have made all my worries so much less with all your help, thanks to you we will have a Christmas and I was so worried we wouldn’t be able to this year. Thank you so much.
Home-Start Parent
My volunteer was so easy to talk to, we get on really well. I have kept going to the group now without my volunteer which I am really happy about, they helped me to feel much more confident.
Home-Start Parent
"With the support of a Home-Start volunteer, I learnt how to interact and play with my son, put boundaries in place and create a safe and secure home."
Home-Start Parent
