“Many of the improvements have come as a result of the evidence of the Adoption Barometer…[but] adoption support is not good enough & we must do better.” Children’s Minister @JoshMacAlister at today’s report launch. We look forward to working with you to do better for adoptees.
Being an adoptive parent or carer isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our PATH Learning Series offers expert-led sessions on everything from managing family relationships to navigating challenges at school.
Check out the full programme: https://t.co/4FqaLwdvV9
Being an adoptive parent or carer isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our PATH Learning Series offers expert-led sessions on everything from managing family relationships to navigating challenges at school.
Check out the full programme: https://t.co/4FqaLwdvV9
We've had confirmation that the brief for the new Children's Minister will include adoption. We look forward to working with you @JoshMacAlister on the reforms needed to deliver lifelong support for adoptees, as you take forward the government’s manifesto commitment to adoption.
Tomorrow I’ll be introducing my first Ten Minute Rule Bill.
As someone with ADHD and dyslexia, I know how vital it is that no child is left behind.
This Bill calls for universal screening in primary schools and better teacher training – simple steps that could transform lives.
Suicide prevention is coming into the school curriculum in England
Today @PAPYRUS_Charity launch free resources to help schools teach this vital subject safely & age-appropriately
Details 👉 https://t.co/aHx82l5K45
#SuicidePrevention#ThereIsAlwaysHope
Being an adoptive parent or carer isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our PATH Learning Series offers expert-led sessions on everything from managing family relationships to navigating challenges at school.
Check out the full programme: https://t.co/4FqaLwdvV9
Final reminder to share your experiences of ASGSF delays and cuts via the Action Against ASGSF Changes short survey https://t.co/pmvfID6x2X closing this Friday. An opportunity to share your experiences ahead of debate in Parliament on the subject next week https://t.co/kPgEkZK5Lr
Chronic stress hijack neural circuits. The amygdala, the brains threat detector, chronic stress make it overreactive. This weakens the pre-frontal cortex, making it difficult to manage impulse control, think,plan,process information & problem solve.🧠🌱
Lindsey Bridges is fighting for the law to change after her daughter, who had been diagnosed with autism, fatally harmed herself in a mental health facility three years ago.
Ofsted has rated our work in England as 'outstanding' in all areas. CEO of Adoption UK Emily Frith said that the rating is 'a testament to the commitment and expertise of all our staff and volunteers'. Read more about the findings and the report. https://t.co/amVsIqeoEO
A new parliamentary report highlights the lack of recognition for adopted children's early trauma and unmet support needs. It backs Adoption UK's call to make the ASGSF permanent and improve support in education. Read our statement here https://t.co/tb9i69Pgtx
The stories so many of you have shared in response to Jamie’s Dyslexia Revolution - about your own journeys, struggles, and strengths - have been powerful, emotional, and deeply moving.
If you’ve got something to say about dyslexia or neurodiversity—whether it’s your own experience, a frustration, or a big idea—please share it with @bphillipsonMP with the hashtag #ComeOnBridget and let her know that change is needed!
If you missed it last night on @Channel4 you can watch the documentary here >> https://t.co/9scmMHRqbw
#ComeOnBridget
#ComeOnBridget The impact of not being supported is the same for all children with SEN whatever the neurodiversity. Training needs to be fully funded and compulsory for ALL teachers. Understanding brain development and neurodiversity is key to the SEND crisis in ALL nations.
The stories so many of you have shared in response to Jamie’s Dyslexia Revolution - about your own journeys, struggles, and strengths - have been powerful, emotional, and deeply moving.
If you’ve got something to say about dyslexia or neurodiversity—whether it’s your own experience, a frustration, or a big idea—please share it with @bphillipsonMP with the hashtag #ComeOnBridget and let her know that change is needed!
If you missed it last night on @Channel4 you can watch the documentary here >> https://t.co/9scmMHRqbw
#ComeOnBridget
Adopted, adopter & social worker Fiona Wells shares her powerful story and why she founded PATCH - a grassroots campaign fighting for reform in adoption support. We talk crisis, blame, trauma, and hope. Tune in now wherever you get your podcasts https://t.co/GOFZjj2GU0
Uncertainity is shrouding families of children with special educational needs who are reportedly facing losing the legal right to extra support in schools under rumoured proposals being considered by the govt.
Ranvir and @robbierinder speak to Carrie Grant and Hayley Harding.