Overview
A monthly group for Berkshire children (age 5-12) who live with Kinship/Connected Carers and/or Special Guardians. Children and young people are split into age groups to attend workshops with music and play therapists, who have training and experience in attachment and therapeutic arts.
Carers are required to stay for the duration of the session in the room next door where we will hold an informal support group. Carers are welcome to attend the support group without a child attending Let’s Get Creative.
We have a small number of tickets available for non-Berkshire families. If you would like to attend please email zobia@parentingspecialchildren.co.uk
We are very grateful to BBC Children in Need for supporting this project.
 
Event outline
Let's Get Creative! offers:
- A music therapist
- A play therapist
- Extensive experience in attachment and therapeutic arts
Come along and:
- Have fun
- Make new friends
- Feel less isolated
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Facilitators
Zobia Kalim
Director of Family Services
Zobia is a Specialist Parenting Practitioner with extensive experience and training in developing and delivering programs for families of children with special needs, including those who have experienced early life trauma. Since 2003, she has worked across the UK to provide valuable support and guidance to these families. Zobia’s personal experience as a mother of two special needs children, including an adopted child, gives her a deep, empathetic understanding of the challenges faced by families.
Nuala Hemphill
Parenting Practitioner and Trainer
Nuala is a seasoned professional with over 35 years of experience in teaching and management within the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) sector. In her role with the charity, she delivers workshops and courses, contributing her extensive expertise to support and educate both families and professionals. She also plays a vital role in the Trauma & Attachment Education Advocacy service, where her background as an adult psychotherapist and specialist trainer is invaluable. Nuala is well-versed in trauma defences, reactive attachment, foetal alcohol syndrome, anxiety, and ADHD, bringing a wealth of knowledge to her training and advocacy work. In addition to her professional experience, Nuala has personal experience as an adoptive parent and kinship grandparent carer. This personal connection further enriches her understanding and empathy, allowing her to offer nuanced and compassionate support to those navigating similar circumstances.
Attending details
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the session in the room next door where we will hold our informal Kinship Carer’s Support Group. You can attend the Kinship Carer’s Support Group without a child attending Let’s Get Creative.
If you are a non-Berkshire family please contact zobia@parentingspecialchildren.co.uk to request tickets.
Please let us know if you book places and then cannot attend so we can allocate your places to waiting families.
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