Another day, another damaging TV programme about ADHD Despite what you may read online or be told by well meaning friends and relatives: ADHD is not new, over diagnosed or a TikTok trend. I'm writing this post well aware that your social media feeds may be trying to persuade you away from cold hard facts. School holidays with children can be hard enough. Please don't feel that you have to subject yourself to viewing rage bait or justifying a neurodevelopmental condition to people online. … [Read more...] about ADHD Fake News
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Slides from Guest Session with Cheryl Knupfer from Stockport Council
As most of you will be aware there have been a number of changes to the diagnosis and treatment process for children and young people across Greater Manchester. During our May meet up, we were joined by Cheryl Knupfer and her colleague Imelda Watson who conducted an engagement session with our parents. The feedback and information captured during the session is still being collated and they will be sharing a Frequently Asked Questions article, which will be shared on Stockport Newsroom … [Read more...] about Slides from Guest Session with Cheryl Knupfer from Stockport Council
Information about the changes to ADHD diagnosis and treatment in Greater Manchester
On Tuesday 12th May we'll be at the Dog and Partridge as usual, but this month we have a guest speaker discussing the changes to ADHD services for children and young people. Cheryl Knupfer is the Strategic Lead for Neurodivergence (Autism / ADHD) at Stockport Council and will be joining us to share some clear straightforward information about what these changes mean for those in Stockport, including where parents and carers can get advice and support. Presentation - May 12th Cheryl has … [Read more...] about Information about the changes to ADHD diagnosis and treatment in Greater Manchester
SEND Reform Information Events
There are two SEND Consultation Information Events for parents and carers. There has been a lot of information about the proposed changes and the consultation process is the opportunity for families to have their say and potentially influence the changes that are delivered. The first session will take place on 22nd April at the Stockroom in the Town Centre, while the second will be held on 6th May at Independent Options on Marbury Road in Stockport. In Stockport there are two events, which … [Read more...] about SEND Reform Information Events
ADHD Meet Up March 2026
Our next monthly parent support group meet up takes place on Tuesday 10th March 2026 at The Dog and Partridge in Stockport. Our monthly in-person meet up is for parents and carers of children with ADHD. They are a chance to meet other parents who face similar challenges. There is no need to have a formal diagnosis, no charge to attend and no need to book in advance. During our meet ups we share any news about ADHD and answer any questions that people bring. Our meet ups take place on the … [Read more...] about ADHD Meet Up March 2026