Recordings from the 2021-22 National Parent Carer Forums’ conference

Jo Southall • January 6, 2022

Recordings and Presentations
from the 2021-22 National Parent Carer Forums’ conference

The 2021 annual joint conference took place from 29th December to Wednesday 1st December 2021, many thanks to all of those who were able to join us. For those who were not able to join us for some or all of the sessions please see the link below to access the recordings of sessions along with associated presentations and resources as they become available over the coming days.

The conference was made up of a variety of sessions including workshops, interactive information sessions, opportunities to feedback and ask questions, learn about health and regional work, and the launch of our diversity toolkit to help you to reach out further into your communities. 


Recordings & Presentations
New PCF CWaC Newsletter Out Now!
By Lucy Kennerley May 11, 2026
New PCF CWaC Newsletter Out Now! Catch up on upcoming events, SEND reform consultation news, practical resources, coffee events, webinars and support for families. Lots of opportunities to stay informed, get involved and have your voice heard.
By Lucy Kennerley May 5, 2026
We will be discussing SEND Reform National Consultation Schools White Paper: Education, Inclusion and Mental Health Forum on 12th May at Vicars Cross Golf Club, Tarvin, Chester
Supporting Education: SEND Parent Training Webinar
Gain practical advice and confidence
By Joanne Southall May 5, 2026
Supporting Education: SEND Parent Training Webinar Gain practical advice and confidence to support your child in school. PCF Cheshire West and Chester Practical • Supportive • Informative Helping you feel confident working with your child’s school
Reasonable adjustments come from a legal duty under the Equality Act 2010.
By Lucy Kennerley April 24, 2026
Reasonable adjustments come from a legal duty under the Equality Act 2010. Schools must remove barriers for disabled pupils by making practical, appropriate changes that allow them to access learning like everyone else.
“Knowing ME!” neurodiversity profiling tool, being developed across Cheshire and Merseyside
By Lucy Kennerley April 24, 2026
I had the pleasure of presenting alongside brilliant speakers and the CANDDID study team on the “Knowing ME!” neurodiversity profiling tool, currently being developed across Cheshire and Merseyside.
CWaC Newsletter
By Joanne Southall March 30, 2026
The Live Well Newsletter will be published bi-monthly to provide you with latest updates and information. It is also your opportunity to get involved, have your say and improve our Live Well/Local Offer Cheshire West Website.
Understanding Mental Capacity Webinar for Parents & Carers of Young People with SEND
By Lucy Kennerley March 30, 2026
SEND - mental capacity & decision-making webinar key legal principles around mental capacity, Court of Protection, Deputyships vs Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
March News for the Parent Carer Forum.
By Lucy Kennerley March 30, 2026
March News for the Parent Carer Forum, CWaC. We’ve been out in the community attending school coffee mornings and key events, including the CANDDID Conference - NHS Fit for the Future, and the Neurodiversity & Mental Health Conference
Education & Mental Health Forum from the PCF Cheshire West & Chester
By Joanne Southall March 27, 2026
Education & Mental Health Forum from the PCF Cheshire West & Chester. Meet local education and mental health services. SEND Reforms – What You Need to Know.
Interface Between Neurodiversity and Mental Health Pathways
Reflections from an event at Alder Hey
By Lucy Kennerley March 25, 2026
Interface Between Neurodiversity and Mental Health Pathways PCF CWaC Reflections from an event at Alder Hey in Feb 2026. Professionals from Cheshire and Merseyside.