About this Event
Parenting always calls for creativity and humour - when a child needs extra help, it also takes courage and perseverance. Join this welcoming event to connect with other families.
This event is for children aged up to 8 years old with additional needs, health conditions or disabilities, and their families.
What to expect:
• A welcoming space to connect with other families.
• A light lunch will be provided (but feel free to bring your own, if you have special dietary needs).
• Music and fun activities for children.
Why join us?
Parenting always calls for creativity and humour – but when a child needs extra help, it also takes courage and perseverance. This event offers:
• Interesting research on family experiences and child development.
• Expert advice from Cambridge researchers and clinicians.
• Real-life stories from parents who are navigating similar challenges.
Meet our speakers (with Dr Stephanie Archer as facilitator):
• Dr Kate Baker (Genetics) and Dr Helen Dolling (Psychology): Research on rare genetic conditions and family experiences of diagnosis.
• Steph Hoskin (Cambridgeshire PSHE Service) and Dr Tom Almeroth-Williams (University Communications): Personal journeys through parenthood and its ups and downs.
• Dr Artur Jaschke (Autism Research Centre): How can music therapy support communication and development?
This event will be run in partnership with the Opportunity Playgroup (www.opportunityplaygroup.co.uk), the Cambridge Disabled Kids Swimming Club (www.cdksc.co.uk) and Pinpoint (https://www.pinpoint-cambs.org.uk).
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Pitt Building, Trumpington Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
