EHCP and SEND processes
Help with requesting an EHC needs assessment, annual reviews, reports, paperwork and understanding possible next steps.
Parent-led · Independent · Neuroaffirming
More than SEND.Seen. Heard. Supported.
Practical advocacy and family support for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people.
- EHCP support & reviews
- School meetings & communication
- Benefits & DLA support
- Report reviews
- PDA & autism approaches
- Parent support & signposting
Independent advocateWorking for you
16+ years’ experienceAs a SEND parent
10 years volunteeringSupporting families
NeuroaffirmingStrengths-based
Your informationSafe and confidential
Parent-led experience
Neurodiversity affirming
Independent advocacy
Inclusive and respectful
You’re not alone
I’m here to help
Navigating the SEND system can feel overwhelming, frustrating and isolating. Whether you’re at the beginning of your journey or preparing for an EHCP review or appeal, I’m here to help you understand your child’s needs, communicate with professionals and move forward with confidence.
How I can support your family
Practical support centred on your child
Support is tailored around your family, your priorities and your child’s strengths, differences and needs.
School communication
Prepare for meetings and draft clear, constructive letters and emails to schools and local authorities.
Helpful approaches
Explore practical, neuroaffirming approaches for autistic, PDA and ADHD children at home and school.
Understanding your child
Help to understand your child’s neurodivergence, strengths, differences and support needs at home and school.
Benefits support
Help with DLA, PIP and Universal Credit disability-related applications and organising relevant evidence.
Advocacy and signposting
Independent support and signposting to specialist organisations where another service is better placed to help.
A parent-led approach
You do not have to navigate this alone
Connected Minds was created by a parent who understands how emotional and confusing it can feel when your child needs support. My aim is to help you feel informed, prepared and empowered while keeping your child’s needs at the centre.
- Respectful and non-judgemental support
- Collaboration wherever possible
- Honest, independent guidance
- Practical next steps
What parents say
Practical and reassuring support
“Thank you so much for yet another amazingly helpful email full of things for us to take forward.”
“Fantastic support and amazing knowledge of the system.”
How support begins
- Get in touchShare a brief outline of what you need, without sending sensitive documents initially.
- Discuss your prioritiesWe identify what support may be useful and agree the scope and fees.
- Complete the paperworkIf support is accepted, you will receive the relevant agreement, consent form and referral documents.
- Move forwardYou receive practical support and agreed next steps.
Please note: Connected Minds is not an emergency or crisis service, does not provide legal advice, does not represent clients at SEND Tribunal and cannot guarantee outcomes.