Programme attendance is for 9 weeks, every Tuesday from 12:15-14:45 from 29th September through to 01st December 2026, Term Time only

SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR FAMILIES WITH A CHILD WHO HAS ADDITIONAL NEEDS AGED 0 -12

A free 9 week programme for parents/carers positive parenting group to support parents and carers of disabled children aged up to 12 years with a developmental delay, including those with sensory or physical impairments.

Stepping stones is delivered by the NCT Children and Family Support Services in various ways, either virtually online or at children's centres across Northamptonshire.

It helps you to encourage the behaviour you prefer; cope with stress; teach your child new skills and build better family relationships.

POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAMME FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS CAN HELP YOU WITH:

Developing a safe, interesting and positive learning environment

Ways to manage misbehaviour and challenging behaviour

Adapting to having a child with a disability

Having realistic expectations

Encouraging you to be part of the community

Taking care of yourself as a parent

GROUP STEPPING STONES IS A GREAT CHANCE TO MEET OTHER PARENTS IN SIMILAR SITUATIONS FACING SIMILAR ISSUES. SOMETIMES JUST KNOWING YOU ARE NOT ALONE IS VERY IMPORTANT.

At Group Stepping Stones, you’ll be given tips and suggestions to suit the needs of your family. Your provider will guide you every step of the way and even provide backup phone support as you put your new skills into practice. your workbook will give you the tools you need to start positive parenting right away.

E vent Details:

D ay: Tuesday

T ime: 12:15-14:45

F irst Session Date: 29th September 2026

L ast Session Date: 01st December 2026

V enue: Blackthorn Children Centre

T he programme is currently being delivered face to face over 9 weeks. Each group session will last 2 hours with a short comfort break midway through.

ALL SESSIONS MUST BE ATTENDED FOR COMPLETION

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT PROVIDE CRECHE SERVICES.

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