The Importance of Lodging Complaints: Schools and Local Authorities in the UK
This blog post will overview the importance of lodging complaints against Local Authorities and schools where needed.
The Heartbreaking Injustice of the SEND Parent
The journey of a SEND parent is often heartbreaking and full of injustice. Here is a real life story.
Masking and Fawning – Our Survival Instincts
A long time ago… According to anthropologists, our human ancestors have walked the earth for over 6 million years (although there is much MUCH debate over this…). In that time, we have adapted, changed, and evolved. We have emerged from caves and built houses, cathedrals and cities. We have established laws and countries and appointed […]
My Local Authority Ruined My Life
This blog post explores how a Local Authority failed a family, and how we can complain.
Autism or the Effects of Covid?
This blog overviews the early signs of autism, and the impact of the Covid pandemic.
EHCPs are not a golden ticket!
This blog post explains what to expect from an EHCP & why it isn’t a ‘golden ticket’.
How to get the best from an Annual Review
This blog goes over the process of an EHCP Annual Review.
The Benefits of Securing an EHCP
This blog outlines the benefits of securing an EHCP and why it is worthwhile.
Sunshine Support Welcomes Two New SEND Advocates!
Sunshine Support Welcomes Two New Advocates to Strengthen SEND Parent Support in England, Wales & Beyond The team here at Sunshine Support, a leading organisation dedicated to supporting parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), are pleased to announce the expansion of our fantastic Advocate team with the addition of […]
On The Double Rainbow – Ausome Charlie
Intersectional Diversity: The ‘Double Rainbow’ of Autism and LGBTQIA+ Charlie Hart, also known as ‘Ausome Charlie’ (she/they), is a popular keynote speaker, an experienced Human Resources Analyst, and an influential neurodiversity advocate. Charlie is multiple neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, Complex PTSD), bisexual/pansexual, and gender non-conforming. The ‘double rainbow’ Studies show that autistic people are far more […]
