SEND Reforms: Parent information session
Parent information session Why change? What will be different? What does this mean for me? 2
Why change? Early identification & support Holistic assessments 0-25s process Person-centred Outcomes-focused Skilled staff Informed parents High aspirations More choice & control
What will be different? 4
Education Health and Care Plan 5
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Parent Engagement Officer Deirdre Smith Telephone: Website: 7
This is Oliver... 8
Oliver’s Family were very shocked when Oliver was born early. Their primary concerns are: Managing his tracheostomy care and airway at home safely. Managing daily life with Oliver i.e. taking him out with all his equipment (oxygen, suction equipment, ventilator) when he first came home. Having so many medical appointments often conflicting and in different places. Thinking about where Oliver might go to pre- school. Having to tell their story over and over again to professionals. Knowing how and where to access the resources needed to support Oliver. Having ideas for play at home to stimulate Oliver and help him achieve his full potential. Dietician Oliver is nearly 5. He was born prematurely at 30 weeks. He has a unique chromosome deletion and a range of complex health needs including: Restricted Airway/Tracheostomy Chronic Lung Disease Low muscle tone High risk for Wilms tumours Delayed visual behaviour Global Developmental delay Seizures Communication He stayed in NICU for 9 months before he was able to come home. What happens now... 9 Ophthalmology PICU Cranio Facial Consultant Paediatric Neurology Audiology Geneticist Educational Psychology Speech & Language Sensory Impairment Service Child Development Centre Portage Social Care Specialist Health Visitor Tracheostomy Care NICU Respiratory Consultants Paediatric Cardiology Orthopaedic Consultant Consultant Dermatologist Ultrasound (Kidney Scans) Surgical Consultant Sleep Study Physiotherapy Consultant Community Paediatrician Wheelchair Service Play Specialist Occupational Therapy Continuing Care Team School Transport School Nurse Oxygen Supply Services
What will be different An EHC Assessment and Plan for Oliver would mean... Single point of contact Professionals co-ordinating assessments ‘Tell us once’ approach Outcome focused planning Support in place pre- school Lead Professional More choice and control about services Planning for key transition points Timely reviews
Any questions? 11