The Village
Where you can feel at home
A new members only community for SEND parents
* Foster real connection with others
*Talk about the hidden issues
*Share lived experience & knowledge
*Focus on your wellbeing
*Laughter & support
Come as you are
Everyone is welcome in The Village
Are you a parent, step parent, foster parent or grandparent of someone with additional needs or disabilities.
Are you feeling isolated, unconfident and struggling with challenges only those who walk this path will understand.
Do you want to meet other mums and dads and make friends with others who get it and won't judge you.
Perhaps you struggle with looking after yourself and want to figure out how to improve your wellbeing while managing what seems unmanageable right now you're in the right place.
If that sounds like you then you're in the right place.
I'm Joanne Sims - a counsellor and therapeutic coach, holistic practitioner and SEND mum. I've set up The Village due to recognising a need for this provision - low cost access to support, wellbeing resources and community that really understands what life is life for SEND families.
Your child may or may not have a diagnosis or maybe you suspect they may have additional needs and don't know where to start but you are feeling the pressure and want to be part of a community that will support you in your journey then do come and join us.
We will be covering all sorts in this community - and we won't be shying away from the things that others don't talk about: relationships, financial pressures, impact on daily life and accessing community to name but a few topics.
The Village will grow and take shape organically and I can't wait to see how it develops and blooms.
It doesn't matter what age your loved one is - this community is for YOU.
The Village is focused on you - as a parent carer or relative.
Can you imagine feeling
Less isolated & alone
Less frustrated
Like others believe & understand your daily struggles
More empowered
More confident
Knowing you're not alone
Safe to ask questions
Able to laugh more and see the lighter side
Able to see a future
Able to make new friends & connections
Accepted & at home - just as you are
Like there is help in finding solutions to challenges
That you are part of something that helps you and others
What You get
In person meet ups - Regular gatherings for meaningful conversations & shared experiences with other SEND parents.
Online virtual meet ups - for parents who prefer to connect with others from the comfort of their own home.
A chance to build real life connections in a judgement free environment.
Access to an exclusive, private online community available 24/7
Easy to understand useful resources to assist you with your wellbeing
A safe space to talk about the real issues that matter as SEND parents - the impact on you, relationships. your life
Discussion boards for asking questions
A place for you because you matter.
What Makes The Village Special
We don't judge and we don't condemn.
Unconditional support, help and friendship is found within this community.
Welcoming space
Accepting
Shared knowledge & resources
Builds confidence
Space to be honest - about the unspoken things
Space for laughter
Shared lived experience
No judgement
Unconditional support
Friendship
Connection with others who "get it"
The Village
You're not alone
In person and online meet ups
Wellbeing resources
Private community
What others say about working with Jo
I feel very comfortable with her and it feels almost effortless. The biggest thing I pick up from her is her passion, it’s infectious. I always come away from conversations with her feeling positive and free. I can’t thank her enough for her support to help me see and feel I’m not a worthless lady. Thank you.
Claire Frampton, Poole, Dorset
I found the session super helpful, you made me realise my worth, being able to move forward! I felt like I had been freed from my own mind. I started out frustrated & left with a real sense of who I am, to be able to take on any challenge! I really thank you for helping me!
Bethany Marshall
She helped me see what I needed to focus on and how to gain more clarity and control of my own happiness. Jo was empathetic without being patronising and as a send mum herself could understand some of my struggles. She really helped me re- focus and re-frame in a beneficial way to move forward with new tools to help me deal with the day to day. Thanks Jo!!
Samantha Fulton
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