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Find out about information regarding PCF and what we are doing for you.

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Support & Advice

Information Advice and Support Service

IASS helps parents and carers, children and young people who have difficulties with learning, and or a disability from birth to 25 years. We offer a confidential service which gives parents, children and young people impartial advice and information to make informed decisions.


To use our service a parent must think that their child has Special Educational Needs but you do not need a professional to agree or to have any kind of Statement, Education, Health and Care Plan or diagnosis.


Email iasservice@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

or visit https://livewell.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/Services/1279 for more information.


Jargon Buster

A-Z of terms used by professionals and services.

https://livewell.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/Information/Jargon_Buster

Members and Associates can keep up to date with news and events on our website. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter. You can see our past and present newsletters right here.


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Social Care, Family Support and Early Help PCF Forum CWaC

Social Care, Family Support and Early Help Forum - 25th Nov 2026

By Joanne Southall • September 15, 2026
The Social Care, Family Support and Early Help Forum - Families First and Family Hubs, what services are available and how to access them plus Neighbourhood Hubs
Virtual Forum: Children and Young People’s Mental Health

Children and Young People’s Mental Health Forum - 22 October 2026

By Joanne Southall • September 14, 2026
Learn about CYPMHS/MyMind referral pathways and what to expect, mental health support available in schools, early intervention and crisis services.
PCF Virtual Forum: Who We Are and What We Do.

Virtual Forum: Who We Are and What We Do - 15 Sept 2026

By Joanne Southall • August 30, 2026
Role of the PCF - get involved, updates on education, social care and health priorities (from the new Designated Clinical Officer for SEND) for the year ahead.

Newsletter July 2026

By Sara Mak • July 20, 2026
This month’s PCF newsletter is packed with updates, opportunities and support for SEND families across Cheshire West & Chester.

EOTAS & Alternative Provision - Have your say!

By Sara Mak • July 20, 2026
The Department for Education is consulting on Education Otherwise Than at School (EOTAS) — and parent carers’ voices are crucial.
Parent Carer Forum Annual General Meeting (AGM)

PCF Annual General Meeting (AGM) - July 9th

By Joanne Southall • July 16, 2026
PCF (AGM) meeting with an update from the CWaC SEND Transport team on SEND Home to School Travel Assistance.
The SEND Commitment

A New Way of Working Together: The SEND Commitment

By Lucy Kennerley • July 13, 2026
The SEND Commitment - SEND system works together. It’s a set of shared promises, created with families, professionals, and young people. Commitment across CWaC,
PCF Monthly Round-Up - June 2026

Newsletter June 2026

By Lucy Kennerley • June 23, 2026
PCF Monthly Round-Up - This month, the Vice-Chair presented our 2026 Survey findings, 702 responses strong, to the SEND Partnership Board, chaired by Edwina Grant.
MyMind CYPMHS children and young people’s mental health services in Cheshire West and Chester.

MyMind CYPMHS (Children and Young People’s Mental Health Services) — Your Questions Answered

By Lucy Kennerley • June 22, 2026
MyMind CYPMHS children and young people’s mental health services in Cheshire West and Chester. MHST (Mental Health Support Team) schools, anxiety support, ADHD

PCF at the SEND Partnership Board- Update

By Lucy Kennerley • June 22, 2026
The SEND Partnership Board independently chaired by Edwina Grant with senior stakeholders from across the system. PCF Vice Chair presented findings from PCF Survey.
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