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Find out about information regarding PCF and what we are doing for you.

Our website is being populated with information to support you and your child or young person. Please let us know through the Contact page if you there is something you think would be helpful on this page.

Support & Advice

Information Advice and Support Service

IASS helps parents and carers, children and young people who have difficulties with learning, and or a disability from birth to 25 years. We offer a confidential service which gives parents, children and young people impartial advice and information to make informed decisions.


To use our service a parent must think that their child has Special Educational Needs but you do not need a professional to agree or to have any kind of Statement, Education, Health and Care Plan or diagnosis.


Email iasservice@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

or visit https://livewell.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/Services/1279 for more information.


Jargon Buster

A-Z of terms used by professionals and services.

https://livewell.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/Information/Jargon_Buster

Members and Associates can keep up to date with news and events on our website. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter. You can see our past and present newsletters right here.


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Our February Newsletter has all the latest from our Volunteer Training Sessions, Events and Info.

Newsletter February 2025

By Joanne Southall • February 22, 2025
Our February Newsletter has all the latest from our Volunteer Training Sessions, Events and Information. Check out what's available in our area. Booking links for Events, etc.
Check out the latest updates from the Sensory Processing OT Support Service (SPOTSS)

SPOTSS Spring 2025 Newsletter

By Joanne Southall • February 18, 2025
Check out the latest updates from the Sensory Processing OT Support Service (SPOTSS)
On Feb 11th parents, carers, and professionals gathered for the Neurodevelopmental Forum

Neurodevelopmental Forum

By Joanne Southall • February 14, 2025
On February 11th, 2025, parents, carers, and professionals gathered at Hartford Golf Club for the Neurodevelopmental Forum—a day dedicated to discussing support for neurodivergent children and young people in Cheshire West and Chester.
Want to learn more about preparing for transitions and pathways available? Join us online

Transitions & Pathways Online Event

By Joanne Southall • February 10, 2025
Want to learn more about preparing for transitions and pathways available? Join us online on Thurs 13th March at 10am
At the Parent Carer Forum (PCF), we’re always looking for new ways to connect with families

Get to Know Us Better

By Joanne Southall • January 29, 2025
Discover the Parent Carer Forum (PCF): Who We Are in 10 Minutes. At the Parent Carer Forum (PCF), we’re always looking for new ways to connect with families and share what we do.
January Newsletter for all our news and events

Newsletter January 2025

By Joanne Southall • January 20, 2025
January Newsletter for all our news and events
Adult ADHD Self Support Courses that are being held across the borough

Adult ADHD Self Support Courses

By Joanne Southall • January 7, 2025
Adult ADHD Self Support Courses that are being held across the borough as part of the Mental Health Course Prospectus 2024/25.
We’re looking for an Administrator – Finance and Events Coordinator

Join Our Team as an Administrator – Finance and Events Coordinator

By Joanne Southall • January 7, 2025
We’re looking for an Administrator – Finance and Events Coordinator to support our vital work through a six-month maternity cover role.

Newsletter December 2024

By Joanne Southall • January 7, 2025
Thank you to everyone who attended the PCF Short Breaks & Wraparound Care SIP & Learn at Live Cheshire 🤩 Parent Carers met with Local Authority Commissioners and service providers to share their views and experiences of ‘Short Breaks’ and wraparound care for disabled children.
“What’s a Panel?” event, featuring Karen Cove, a Senior SEN Leader

The Panel Process - What’s a Panel? Event Recap and Q&A Highlights

By Joanne Southall • December 18, 2024
We recently hosted the “What’s a Panel?” event, featuring Karen Cove, a Senior SEN Leader, who shared her expertise on SEND panels and their critical role in decision-making. This session aimed to demystify the process for parents and carers.
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