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Parents Empowered
The Challenge
Hi, I'm Claire
The Challenge
Children with SEND are being more readily identified and diagnosed than ever before but the services (across education, health and social care) are in crisis
Public services are buckling under the pressure of increased demand and increasingly employers are looked upon to bridge the gap – wellbeing strategies are an intrinsic (and expected
Children with SEND are being more readily identified and diagnosed than ever before but the services (across education, health and social care) are in crisis
Public services are buckling under the pressure of increased demand and increasingly employers are looked upon to bridge the gap – wellbeing strategies are an intrinsic (and expected) part of the employee offer and (when well executed) contribute to increased engagement and sense of belonging within an organisation.
Huge pressure is being placed on working parents to (i) support their children (ii) navigate a system that is unfit for purpose and (iii) manage their own health and wellbeing, all whilst holding down meaningful employment.
About Us
Hi, I'm Claire
The Challenge
Parents Empowered exists to support working parents of children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
A lack of publicly funded support means that parenting SEND children can often feel like living life in survival mode; thriving at work whilst navigating broken and outdated systems can be a challenge.
Parents Empowered
Parents Empowered exists to support working parents of children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
A lack of publicly funded support means that parenting SEND children can often feel like living life in survival mode; thriving at work whilst navigating broken and outdated systems can be a challenge.
Parents Empowered is here to support with:
- Education and awareness raising sessions for organisations to support working parents of children with SEND
- 1-1 or group coaching and guidance sessions, to support with specific issues or challenges
- Guidance to employers on supporting working parents of children with SEND on adjustments and flexibility
Hi, I'm Claire
Hi, I'm Claire
Hi, I'm Claire
With over 16 years in corporate HR, operating at a senior leadership level, and specialising in diversity and inclusion and colleague engagement, I’ve mastered the art of strategy and leadership.
But my true strength lies in the personal - I am a mother to a child with SEND, currently navigating the UK’s education and healthcare system. S
With over 16 years in corporate HR, operating at a senior leadership level, and specialising in diversity and inclusion and colleague engagement, I’ve mastered the art of strategy and leadership.
But my true strength lies in the personal - I am a mother to a child with SEND, currently navigating the UK’s education and healthcare system. So, my insight is up to date and relevant.
As an effective coach with core counselling skills, I bring empathy, trust and resilience to every interaction, empowering others to thrive amidst change and challenge.
Let’s navigate this journey together.
About Us
Useful Links
Some resources that have supported my own personal parenting journey that others may find helpful.
Eliza Fricker and Naomi Fisher are both emerging thought leaders on understanding autism/ trauma/ school avoidance
Young Minds - Leading Mental Health Charity
School Anxiety and Refusal | Parent Guide to Support | YoungMinds
Game Changers and Mindjam - both organisations that support mental health of young people who are neurodivergent