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West Berkshire Parent Carer Forum Newsletter
 

Welcome to West Berkshire Parent Carer Forum's  October Newsletter! We hope you find it informative, and would love to hear what you think of it. Let us know Here
There's lots going on at the moment, so please do take a look, and hope you are all having a g reat half-term so far!
If you would like to get in touch, either call me on 
07860 942280
Or Email me at 
fionaworby@roseroad.org.uk

I look forward to hearing from you, and hope you find the newsletter useful.

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Cobbs Pumpkin Carving
 24th -29th  October - 2017

 

Timings: 10.00am-16.00pm

Price: £3.50

Postcode: RG17 0SP

Location: Cobbs Farm Shop, Bath Road, Hungerford, 
Berkshire, RG17 0SP

Our popular pumpkin carving event is back... this time for 7 days! Pick up a pumpkin and get creative in our carving tent this October Half Term.

Come rain or shine our pumpkin carving tent is ready for action, open from Monday 23rd to Sunday 29th October! 

Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm (last entry 3pm)

Sunday 10am - 3pm (last entry 2pm)

Choose the perfect size pumpkin from our farm shop, pay for it and your entry ticket at our farm shop tills then head over to our carving tent where you'll find all the tools required to make your very own masterpiece ready for Halloween. 

Entrance to the carving tent is £3.50 per child and includes a complimentary Halloween treat and squash to keep those creative juices flowing!

Event Terms & Conditions: We provide all the tools required to create your carving master pieces but children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Please be aware that at busy times there may be a wait to enter our pumpkin carving tent but we will do our best to make this as short as possible. Entry into our carving tent requires 1 x Cobbs Pumpkin and 1 x Ticket; to be purchased from the farm shop. Only food and drink purchased from Cobbs Café can be consumed in our garden - strictly no external picnics allowed. 

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The ICE Youth Group in Hungerford will be open  again on the 31st October.

The group is for any child on the SEN Register who is in School Years 6 -13. We welcome all types of SEN, and have a great group of parent volunteers who run the group each week.
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The Youth Group is held in John of Gaunt Youth Club every Tuesday night (term time) from 6.30 - 8.30pm. There is a chill out room, X Box, Crafts and we all make full use of our outside area by playing dodge ball, having water fights, rounders and now there is Air Hockey!!

Entrance is £2.00 per child. There is also a tuck shop open where crisps, sweets and drinks can be purchased.

Would you like to help?  We are looking for new volunteers to join us to help run the club, it doesn't have to be every week, but any help you can give would be greatly appreciated. Just drop in or contact us on Facebook if you would like to know more:)

Join our Facebook Group to find out what's on each week, and for more information about volunteering. Click HERE to be taken straight to the FB Page
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Survey - Do you work or wish to work?

Working Families are holding a survey for parents of disabled children/young people who work or who wish to work.  They are interested in hearing your views and experiences of combining paid work and your caring responsibilities.  They  will use the findings of this survey to influence government and employers about how they can make it easier for parents of disabled children/young people to undertake paid work.  Your answers will be anonymised and will remain confidential; you will not be identifiable when the findings are presented.

This survey should take you no more than 15 minutes to complete.  Please answer as many of the questions as you are able to but if there are any you would prefer not to answer then please just leave them blank.  Thank you very much for your help.  Please click on the link below to participate

http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3431593/Off-balance-2017?platform=hootsuite
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Autism friendly Cinema Screenings

We work with ODEON, Cineworld, Vue and Showcase to host Autism Friendly Screenings at over 250 cinemas nationwide.

On Sunday mornings throughout the month, films suitable for all audiences are screened in a sensory friendly and inclusive environment.

These adjustments aim to reduce over-stimulation and create a welcoming environment.

Cineworld

See an autism friendly screening of The Lego Ninjago Movie on Sunday 5th November at 11am, at participating Cineworld cinemas.

Find a Cineworld cinema near you.

Showcase

See an autism friendly screening of The Lego Ninjago Movie on Sunday 12th November at 10am, at participating Showcase cinemas.

Find a Showcase cinema near you.

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ODEON

See an autism friendly screening of The Lego Ninjago Movie on Sunday 29th October at 10:15am, at the participating ODEON cinemas listed below.

See a trial autism friendly screening for older audiences of Thor Ragnarok (TBC) on Monday 30th October at 6pm. This is at nine selected ODEON cinemas.

To be aware of

  • ODEON Wester Hailes is closed for refurbishment in October
  • ODEON Epsom’s autism friendly screenings begin at 11am.
  • Tickets for the latest releases may come with a small Blockbuster charge of £1, on top of the normal ticket price.

Find an ODEON cinema near you.

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Vue

See an autism friendly screening of Despicable Me 3 on Sunday 29th October at 10:15am, at participating Vue cinemas.

Find a Vue cinema near you.

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West Berks SENDiass

(Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service)


What we do

The Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Information, Advice and Support (IAS) Service for West Berkshire provides:

  •  free and confidential service, provided independently from education, health and care providers
  • Impartial information, advice and support relating to special educational needs and disability (SEND)
  • Advice and support from independently trained Information, Advice and Support (IAS) Service staff
  • Support through the statutory processes relating to Statements of Special Educational Needs and the new Education Health and Care (EHC) needs assessment and planning
  • Information and practical support to find the answers to your questions in relation to education, social care and health services

Who we can help

We can provide information, advice and support to:

  • Parents or carers of a child or young person (aged 0-25) with a disability and/or special educational needs
  • Parents or carers who are worried that their child or young person may have a disability or special educational needs;
  • If your child has questions, we can help them too
  • Young people aged 16-25 who have a disability and/or special educational needs


Our service is for people who live in West Berkshire. If you don’t live in West Berkshire, but need support, we can put you in touch with your local IAS Service.

How we can help

We aim to provide you with help that is right for you. We can help by

  • Listening to your views and concerns
  • Helping you feel more confident to express your views
  • Explaining your options, rights and responsibilities
  • Help in preparing for meetings and/or attending meetings with you;
  • Answering your questions about Statements of Special Educational Needs and Educational Health and Care (EHC) Plans;
  • Supporting you through a needs assessment or review
  • Support to resolve disagreements
  • Developing networks and links locally to provide solutions to your individual queries
 You can call us on 0300 303 2644 or email westberksiass@roseroad.org.uk
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Swings & Smiles

A Place To Play, Lower Way
Thatcham RG19 3RR

01635 285170
office@swingsandsmiles.co.uk



Standard Opening Times:
Monday 9.30am – 11.30am
Monday 3.30pm – 5pm
Wednesday 3pm – 6pm
Friday 3pm – 6pm
Saturday 9.30am – 12.30pm
Sunday 10am – Midday

Monthly Openings:
Wednesday 6pm – 8pm
Over 9s group
(the 3rd Wednesday of the month)
Friday 9.30am – 11am
(the 1st Friday of the month)
Friday 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Over 9s group
(the 1st Friday of the month)

SIBS Groups:
Friday 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Year 6s and over
(the 2nd Friday of the month)
Saturday 10am – Midday
All welcome
(the 3rd Saturday of the month)

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Reading and West Berkshire Carers Hub


Are you, or is someone you know, providing much-needed care for a loved one?
Get free access to a range of support and services – right when you need it most.
Call us: 0118 324 7333

Carers Trust provides timely, personalised information and support via the Reading & West Berkshire Carers Hub to make caring for a loved one easier.
The Carers Hub can offer:
  • Information, advice and guidance
  • Signposting to other organisations
  • Short break accommodation
  • Access to Carers support groups
  • Free health and well-being memberships
  • Access to Carers breaks
  • Free training and caring support
  • Carers Smart’ benefits and discounts
  • Carers grants
  • Peer support
Are you wondering if you are a Carer?
You may not see yourself as one, but if you are looking after someone – whether it be an adult or child – who fits one or more of the example descriptions below, then you are a Carer.
They:
  • are elderly and frail
  • are physically disabled
  • have a learning disability
  • have mental health problems
  • have a history of substance misuse
  • have a long term health condition
  • have a sensory impairment
There is a range of support available to you, which will help you look after yourself as well as the loved one you care for. Carers Trust provides a range of support and services which can be accessed via the Carers Hub – funded by: Reading Borough Council, West Berkshire Council, North & West Reading CCG
South Reading CCG, Newbury & District CCG.


Reading and West Berkshire Carers Hub runs a friendly support group for carers in West Berkshire, which meets on the First Wednesday of each month. All carers welcome.
Please call 0118 3247333 if you would like any further information about the group.

WHERE: Pangbourne Small Village Hall, RG8 7DY

COST: Free

CONTACT: Reading and West Berkshire Carers Hub  0118 324 7333
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Quiz Night
 
West Berkshire Mencap’s annual quiz night! (including fish and chip dinner). 

Friday 10th November
For more information, or to book your space

Please contact Phil King on 01635 41464

SEND Soft Play

Date: Wednesday 1st November 2017
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Location: Eddie Catz Newbury
Phone: 020 3475 5268 and press ‘3’

Eddie Catz Newbury is hosting another early evening session of play for all Special Needs children and their siblings. Come along and enjoy!

Session includes:

  • Full access to the soft play area
  • Disco room with music turned down and soft lights
  • Football pitch
  • Wheelchair users will have access to area with soft mats, balls and toys
  • Quiet and chill out area where children can have a little quiet time if needed

Booking Info:

  • £3.55 per Child – play Session
  • £7.00 per Child Meal Deal – play & any meal from the children’s menu and juice carton
  • Parents/Carers – FREE
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SEN & Disability Local Offer

The Local offer sets out provision which is available for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), aged 0 to 25, including education, health and social care services.

Where you see the green West Berkshire Local Offer flag, on the top, right corner of a record in this directory, you will know that the service or provider has submitted information on what they can offer a child or young person who has SEND.  This is known as their Local Offer. Please do take a look, there are providers of a range of services which may be useful to you.

Please click on the link here
:
West Berkshire Local Offer

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