We are excited to introduce you to a variety of new support groups based on the feedback from many of our parents and carers. These sessions are available to all parents and carers that have been referred into our services.
These groups will run every 4 weeks from January 2025 up until further notice.
If you would like to join any of these support groups, or ask for more information please email us at ParentandCarerteam@oasisuk.org.
School Avoidance Support Group
School avoidance has skyrocketed by 134% since the pandemic and so if your child is currently avoiding school, you are certainly not alone. Any parent affected by this is welcome to join, even if your child struggles to just get going in the morning and is late to school frequently, we want to hear from you. Parents who attend will have the opportunity to air concerns, learn about school and local authority processes and request resources or guest speakers that would be beneficial to the rest of the group. All are welcome.
When: Starting Thursday 16th January 2025.
Where: Online via Zoom.
Additional upcoming dates: 13th Feb, 13th Mar, 10th Apr, 8th May, 5th Jun, 31st July, 28th Aug.
SEND Support Group
Are you a parent or carer of a child with SEND? This group offers a welcoming space to connect with others navigating similar challenges, from communication difficulties to sleeping and eating concerns- or any other SEND-related topics.
Each session provides an opportunity to share experiences, ask questions and explore resources. We're also planning to bring in specialists for some sessions, as we did with autism and ADHD experts last year, to offer tailored advice and support. Whether you'd like to join the conversation or simply listen, all SEND parents and carers are welcome.
When: Starting Thursday 23rd January 10:00-11:00
Where: Online via Zoom.
Additional upcoming dates: 20th Feb, 20th Mar, 17th Apr, 15th May, 12th Jun, 10th Jul, 7th Aug.
Wellbeing Support Group
Running on empty is just the ‘norm’ for so many parents but parenting requires a huge amount of energy. We challenge you to put yourself first for once; join us for a bi-monthly Wellbeing online support group. We will be focusing on ways to win energy and how to trick our brains to work for us rather than against us. Parents who attend can simply listen for advice, ask questions, or make requests for activities, resources or guest speakers. These sessions are open to anyone who’s worried about their general wellbeing.
When: Starting Thursday 16th January from 12pm-1pm.
Where: Online via Zoom.
Additional upcoming dates: Feb 13th, Mar 13th, Apr 10th, May 8th, Jun 5th, Jul 3rd, Jul 31st, Aug 28th.
Dads' Creative Support Group
We welcome you to our Dads' Creative Support Group. This a space for fathers to come together to explore creativity, share experiences and connect with one another. Using a bit of creativity (nothing fancy, we promise) we'll spark honest chats about fatherhood, life and everything in between.
You don't have to be an arty type - or even pick up a paintbrush - this group is all about providing a safe, judgement-free space for men to talk, listen and support one another. Whether you're into getting creative or just looking for a place to share, you're welcome to join.
When: Starting Thursday 23rd January 2025 from 12pm-1pm.
Where: Online via Zoom.
Additional upcoming dates:
If you would like to join any of these support groups, or ask for more information please email us at ParentandCarerteam@oasisuk.org.
