Influence & Change
A core aim of a Parent Carer Forum like PACC is to provide opportunities to use their combined knowledge and experience to improve services through coproduction.
Information Provision
Ensuring Parent Carers are informed with accurate and appropriate information. We provide information and signposting to support families to make informed decisions the care they and their families recieve.
Community Support
Supporting SEND families to be better connected, reducing isolation and improving family life through social networks where information and support can be shared.
How can PACC help?
By listening to your experiences of the SEND system we can influence change to improve the care, support, and services made available to families. Our monthly newsletter and active social media provide information and updates about issues and activities that may be of interest to the SEND community. PACC provides opportunities both in person and online for SEND families to access peer support to help reduce isolation and to improve quality of life.
What Families say about PACC
"It's so good to meet the other parents and exchange experiences"
" ... there are so many wonderful people supporting us on our journey, many of whom are volunteers"
"Glad I have found PACC, being a parent carer is isolating"
Information Provision
National SEND Conversation – West Midlands
Today PACC Influence and Change Lead, Sarah Thomas attended the National SEND Conversation event in Birmingham. This was the final in person event where the Department for Education heard directly… Read more National SEND Conversation – West Midlands
January 12, 2026
Information Provision
Update from The EHCP Team- Phased Transfers
The Education, Health and Care Plan Team have asked us to share the following update on actioning phased transfers in Shropshire. “As you will be aware, the EHCP Team have… Read more Update from The EHCP Team- Phased Transfers
January 7, 2026
Influence & Change
National SEND Conversation – What do you want to say?
At the end of last year the Department for Education (DfE) placed the SEND Reforms on hold and announced a National SEND Conversation to gather feedback from parent carers, young… Read more National SEND Conversation – What do you want to say?
January 6, 2026