PFA Live - Preparing for Adulthood Live 2026 – Sheffield

Who is it for?

• Young people with SEND (with or without an EHCP)
• Parents, carers and families
• Support workers and professionals

When and where

Date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Time: 2:30pm – 6:30pm
Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield (city centre)

What is this event?

This is a calm and welcoming event where you can:

• Find out about support for adult life
• Talk to different organisations
• Ask questions in your own time
• Get ideas for your next steps

You can explore at your own pace.

What support is there?

You can find help with:

• Jobs and volunteering
• Education and Skills
• Social care
• Health and wellbeing
• Family support and advice

There will be a range of organisations to talk to, including local services and colleges.

What to expect on the day

• Different areas (zones) to help you find what you need
• Colour-coded spaces to make it easier to get around
• Interactive activities run by Talentino to help you learn more about yourself
• Friendly staff available to help

Accessibility

We want everyone to feel comfortable and included:

• Fully accessible venue
• Quiet spaces if you need a break
• Outdoor space available
• A structured, easy-to-follow layout

You can take your time and leave whenever you need.

Plan ahead

• An info booklet about attending organisations will be available before the event. Email [email protected]
• This will help you know what to expect

Come along to explore your future and feel more confident about your next steps into adulthood.

Attending Organisations Include;

SCC Autism Social Communication Education and Training Service (ASCETS) -

SCC Community Youth Services Information, advice and guidance -

SCC Community Youth Services Voice and Influence -

Family Hubs -

Longley Park Sixth Form -

Nacro -

Opportunity Sheffield -

Shared Lives Service -

Sheaf Training -

Sheffield College -

Sheffield United Community College -

Social Care - Adult Future Options Team (Day Activities) -

SCC Social Care Enablement Team -

SCC Social Care Preparation For Adulthood Team -

The Parent and Carer Forum -

SCC Travel Training -

Mencap -

SCC SSENDIAS -

Autism Plus -

Learning Curve Group -

SCC SENDSARS -

National Care Group -

Dimensions UK -

Lifeways

Info: SCC Autism Social Communication Education and Training Service (ASCETS) -
SCC Community Youth Services Information, advice & guidance -
SCC Community Youth Services Voice & Influence -
Family Hubs -
Longley Park Sixth Form -
Nacro -
Opportunity Sheffield -
Shared Lives Service -
Sheaf Training -
Sheffield College -
Sheffield United Community College -
Social Care - Adult Future Options Team (Day Activities) -
SCC Social Care Enablement Team -
SCC Social Care Preparation For Adulthood Team -
The Parent and Carer Forum -
SCC Travel Training -
Mencap -
SCC SSENDIAS -
Autism Plus -
Learning Curve Group -
SCC SENDSARS -
National Care Group -
Dimensions UK -
Lifeways

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield, 30 Pinstone Street, Sheffield City Centre, United Kingdom

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