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Changes to ADHD and Autism Diagnosis for Children and Young People in Stockport

Last month the NHS in Greater Manchester announced their changes to the way that children are assessed for ADHD and Autism. It has been decided that all children (from birth to 18 years) that are waiting for assessment will be reviewed by clinicians from either Paediatrics or CAMHS in their local area, to decide whether or not they meet the criteria to remain on the neurodevelopmental waiting list. All children will apparently receive an offer of support, but NHS assessment will only be … [Read more...] about Changes to ADHD and Autism Diagnosis for Children and Young People in Stockport

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SEND Reform & Schools White Paper

The UK Government has recently published a White Paper about changes to support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), which includes children with ADHD. Organisations like ours have been eagerly awaiting the proposals to change education for children with additional needs. There are laws that affect our children and although proposals have been made, those laws have not changed. There is a 12 week consultation period that ends in May and parents, young people … [Read more...] about SEND Reform & Schools White Paper

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SPACE Guest Speaker – Cheryl Knupfer

At our next parent and carer meet up, we are being joined by Cheryl Knupfer. Cheryl is the Strategic Lead for Autism in Stockport and is well known by many of our families. As Greater Manchester moves towards offering services for Neurodiversity rather than focusing on ADHD, Autism etc separately, Cheryl will be coming to outline the neurodevelopmental support offer in Stockport. Cheryl will be joining us from 7.00 pm and starting her talk soon afterwards. If you are parenting a child … [Read more...] about SPACE Guest Speaker – Cheryl Knupfer

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ADHD and Clutter

Two areas that adults with ADHD are more likely to struggle with than their peers are finances and keeping their homes tidy. Nobody expects small children to be tidy, organised or good with money, but we generally expect those things from adults, particularly if they have children to look after. ADHD is a lifelong condition, but much of the support and strategies for adults with ADHD is still firmly focused on increasing their ability to concentrate during the day. Many adults with ADHD also … [Read more...] about ADHD and Clutter