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JCI Sheffield is a voluntary organisation that provides development opportunities for young people (in their 20s and 30s) to create positive change.

These are the key things we've been hearing about in October - including getting to the GP, making an NHS dentistry appointment, and getting the right care in hospital

What has Covid-19 been like for adults with a learning disability? Luv2MeetU's members #SpeakUp to say they need access to clearer information, plus more support to be independent and manage their own health

Luv2MeetU is a friendship and dating organisation for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. They provide a range of activities and events that have been requested by members.

ACCT used our #SpeakUp grant to talk to the parent-carers of children with autism at their peer support groups. They wanted to find out what was important to them, such as experiences of getting support for their children in school.

ACCT is a parent and carer-led support group for autistic children and young people and their families in Sheffield. They run social and activity groups for a variety of age groups, as well as regular peer support meetings for parent-carers.

Autism Hope used our #SpeakUp grant funding to talk to parents of children with autism - what was their assessment and diagnosis like, where did they find support, and what needs to improve?

Autism Hope are a support group for parents and carers of children with autism. They are based in North Sheffield and meet weekly, providing a space for friendship, understanding and support

The October instalment of our BSL Vlog, in partnership with Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month looks at BSL mental health support, supporting refugees, and Covid-19 updates

Find out more about what we've been doing over the last three months.

These are the key things we've been hearing about in September - including accessibility in GP surgeries, and issues finding an NHS dentist appointment.

Do you live in Burngreave or the surrounding area? Do you have a child who has or may have special education needs or disabilities (SEND)? We'd like to invite you to our event on Tuesday 28th September