This workshop will be run by Alison Huneke from Afasic, the parent-led charity representing the interests of children and young people with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). The charity provides information and support for parents and others through their website, factsheets and information leaflets and parents’ helpline.

Alison has been involved with Afasic for more than 25 years, initially as a parent member, later as a helpline volunteer and moving into her current role as Helpline Manager since 2001. The Afasic helpline combines a high level of expertise in both SLCN and the SEND system. The worshop will explain speech and language disorders, look at ways parents can help their children, and offer guidance on accessing professional help

Lunch is provided.

Family Matters offers 1:1 support for parents and carers of children with extra needs. We can work with you to focus on areas of family life that are causing concern and identify steps to address them. We can provide information, support and advocacy services. If we can’t find an answer, we will find someone who can.

Family Matters run workshops and drop-in sessions at the Disability Action & Advice Centre, 4 Waldegrave Road Teddington TW11 8HT every 4th Tuesday of the month from 10.0 until 1.30 except for school holidays. RUILS staff, including Surabhi Dhondiyal and Linda Campbell-Arthur from Family Matters are on hand to answer your questions.