Welcome to POSCH

Supporting families of children with additional and special needs.

Who are we?
Welcome to POSCH - we are a small charity supporting families with children with additional needs who live in the Hambleton, Richmondshire and surrounding areas. We promote parent to parent support, a safe and confidential space for parents to chat and provide signposting and referrals to other agencies if needed.
Follow us on Facebook for more information and links to events and see our Facebook feed below!
Welcome to the Posch family!

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Don't forget our cuppa and chat session this Thursday at 10.30am - open to all parents!
Just pre register by following the link!
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdeGsqzwvGdYje4-s1L-BwW6qLoIr-hKX 1 Likes

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Posted: Yesterday

Did you know we have a whatsapp group for parents to chat to each other in between our support group meetings?
If you are interested in joining the group you can drop us an email at poschinfo@gmail.com
#WhatsappGroup #stayconnected #support Read More 1 Likes

Posted: Yesterday

Extreme demand avoidance questionnaire

For those who watched our PDA webinar last month here is the link to the self assessment questionaire mentioned, of you think your child may have PDA this is a good starting point.
This doesn't diagnosis but can see if Read More

Posted: Yesterday

BACK TO SCHOOL
All of us at POSCH hopes the start of the summer school term goes well for you and your family!
#backtoschool #learning #education #EHCP 1 Likes

Posted: Yesterday

Posted: 2 days ago

Enjoy your Sunday!
#sunday #sunnyday #POSCH 2 Comments 2 Likes

Posted: 2 days ago

Mental health

As parents and carers of SEN children we know that you have a lot on your plate, and sometimes this can lead to feelings of anxiety and worry.
If you are worried about yours or someone elses mental health the Read More 1 Likes

Posted: 3 days ago

Important information about face coverings (England only) | Contact

Some important information about returning to school next week and face coverings...
thanks Sendiass North Yorkshire for the update 2 Likes

Posted: 4 days ago

Timeline Photos

Hello and Happy Tuesday!
We hope you have had a lovely bank holiday weekend with family and friends. It was lovely that the sun put in an appearance and although cold it was lovely to be outside - we even Read More 3 Likes

Posted: Last week

Photos from POSCH's post

🐓 Marbling Eggs 🐓
A little Easter Activity for you -
...you will need:
🥚some eggs
🧅some onion skins - the dry outer skins of yellow or red onions
➰some string or rubber bands
🥵a pan of boiling water
Method:
Read More 1 Likes

Posted: Last week

Wishing all our POSCH families a very happy Easter Sunday! 1 Likes

Posted: Last week

What I have learned about Life - The Girl with the Curly Hair

As it is #autismawarenessweek I'm sharing just one of many books written about living as an autistic person ...
Thank you Alis Rowe!
From the girl with the curly hair
#autismacceptance
#positivity
#empowered 3 Likes

Posted: Last week

🌞 #Austismawarenessweek 🌞
Sunshine Support have written this so well I wanted to share with you too.
The link is to a short video from the The Guardian with a Virtual Reality Film offering a glimpse into how a person Read More 2 Likes

Posted: Last week

Next time you feel overwhelmed try this.💕 2 Likes

Posted: Last week

Autism Awareness Week.
Please feel free to share this diagram!
#autismawareness #autismacceptance #AutismAwarenessWeek
credit: https://soyoureautistic.com/what-is-autism/ 5 Likes

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Timeline Photos

We are celebrating Autism Awareness Week this week - 29th March - 4th April.
What is this awareness week about?
In the words of Christine McGuinness, The National Autisic Society's Charity Ambassador....
"I want my kids to grow up in Read More 3 Likes

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Photos from Sendiass North Yorkshire's post

Some ideas to try 3 Likes

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Just a little reminder... the clocks change tonight - hope you won’t feel too sleepy tomorrow losing an hours rest!
#springforward
#daylightsaving 3 Likes

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Helpful self check-in questions 🧡 1 Likes

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Carers' Resource

Posted: 2 weeks ago

I can’t wait to do all of those things but especially really looking forward to just sitting in a cafe with a friend having a good old catch up!
How about you?

Posted: 2 weeks ago

No such thing as "School Refusal"

I just had a read of this blog about the term 'school refusal' from a parent who knows...
School based anxiety is an issue that affects many families... its definately worth a read! 2 Likes

Posted: 3 weeks ago

BUZZ US - Compass

A confidential hotline for teenagers in North Yorkshire. 1 Likes

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Hve you seen Charlie's illustrations and quotes, I love this particular one he shared today ...
thank you @charliemackesyart for such moving sentiments...
#YouAreImportant #youarenotalone #youareloved 1 Likes

Posted: 3 weeks ago

On Friday this week we have a Easter themed virtual 'cuppa and chat' session.
We will be doing some simple Easter egg colouring and thinking about tasty Easter treats - don't these look good - if you want to join Read More 2 Likes

Posted: 3 weeks ago

What Tantrums Don’t Mean Vs What Tantrums Do Mean...
#sendiassnorthyorkshire #sendiass #send #sen #children #youngpeople #learningdisabilities #learningthroughplay 3 Likes

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Good morning everyone, I hope your Monday has gone well so far...
Just to let you know - due to a dental appointment we’ll be unable to contact you this morning - if you need to speak to us do Read More

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Happy world Down syndrome day everyone 💛💙💛💙💛💙! 10 Likes

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Did you know we have a whatsapp group for all members. Stay connected and chat to each other inbetween our support group meetings - a grerat way to ask a quick question are just check in with each other.
If you are interested in joining the chat group you can drop us an email at poschinfo@gmail.com and we can sign you up! 1 Likes

Extreme demand avoidance questionnaire For those who watched our PDA webinar last month here is the link to the self assessment questionaire mentioned, of you think your child may have PDA this is a good starting point.
This doesn't diagnosis but can see if you are on the right track ...
https://lizonions.wordpress.com/extreme-demand-avoidance-questionnaire/

BACK TO SCHOOL
All of us at POSCH hopes the start of the summer school term goes well for you and your family!
#backtoschool #learning #education #EHCP 1 Likes

🌞Coming Soon 🌞
Are you registered to join us for our cuppa and chat session this week?
you get to meet other likeminded parents and carers over Zoom!
We have breakout rooms if you’d like to discuss specific topics, and we are open to suggestions too!
Join us from the comfort of your own home and feel supported and empowered!
To register click here... https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdeGsqzwvGdYje4-s1L-BwW6qLoIr-hKX 4 Likes

Enjoy your Sunday!
#sunday #sunnyday #POSCH 2 Comments 2 Likes

Mental health As parents and carers of SEN children we know that you have a lot on your plate, and sometimes this can lead to feelings of anxiety and worry.
If you are worried about yours or someone elses mental health the link below to the NHS website has lots of useful information including a self assessment mood questionaire.
If your concerns are impacting your day to day life please contact your GP or one of the support services listed.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
#askforhelp #wellbeing #support #SENDparent #mentalhealthawareness 1 Likes

Important information about face coverings (England only) | Contact Some important information about returning to school next week and face coverings...
thanks Sendiass North Yorkshire for the update 2 Likes

Timeline Photos Hello and Happy Tuesday!
We hope you have had a lovely bank holiday weekend with family and friends. It was lovely that the sun put in an appearance and although cold it was lovely to be outside - we even ventured for an ice-cream (brrrrr!)
What's happening this week with POSCH?
On Thursday afternoon at 1pm we have our regular 'Cuppa and Chat' zoom session - an opportunity for a friendly chat with other parents who know what challenges we all face as parents of SEND children.
All are welcome - you don't have to be a POSCH member already and please do share if you know someone who would like to join us - you just need to pre register to get the link!
Register in advance for this session here:
https://lght.ly/f8h2hoa
#family #support #SENDparenting #cuppaandchat #zoom #virtualsupport #friends 3 Likes

Photos from POSCH's post 🐓 Marbling Eggs 🐓
A little Easter Activity for you -
...you will need:
🥚some eggs
🧅some onion skins - the dry outer skins of yellow or red onions
➰some string or rubber bands
🥵a pan of boiling water
Method:
✅Wrap the onion skins around the egg in any pattern
✅Secure with string or rubber bands
✅Boil the eggs in a pan of water for 8-10 minutes
✅Cool the eggs in cold water
✅Remove onion skins and see the results!
✅ take eggs to a good hill and roll to your hearts content!
Here’s mine! If you have a go let us see the results
#eastersunday
#eastereggs
#EasterCrafts 1 Likes

Wishing all our POSCH families a very happy Easter Sunday! 1 Likes

What I have learned about Life - The Girl with the Curly Hair As it is #autismawarenessweek I'm sharing just one of many books written about living as an autistic person ...
Thank you Alis Rowe!
From the girl with the curly hair
#autismacceptance
#positivity
#empowered 3 Likes

Next time you feel overwhelmed try this.💕 2 Likes

Autism Awareness Week.
Please feel free to share this diagram!
#autismawareness #autismacceptance #AutismAwarenessWeek
credit: https://soyoureautistic.com/what-is-autism/ 5 Likes

Timeline Photos We are celebrating Autism Awareness Week this week - 29th March - 4th April.
What is this awareness week about?
In the words of Christine McGuinness, The National Autisic Society's Charity Ambassador....
"I want my kids to grow up in a world where autistic people are understood, accepted and valued for who they are."
Join us in raising awareness of autism!
If you want to find out more about Autism here are 2 national organisations with some helpful resources
https://lght.ly/3c6e07g https://lght.ly/g2ge392
#autismawarenessweek #celebrating #autism #autismawareness 3 Likes

Photos from Sendiass North Yorkshire's post Some ideas to try 3 Likes

Just a little reminder... the clocks change tonight - hope you won’t feel too sleepy tomorrow losing an hours rest!
#springforward
#daylightsaving 3 Likes

Good Morning and Happy Friday - we're having our weekly 'Cuppa and Chat' at 10.30am today if you 'd like to join us.
We thought we'd do a few Easter themed activites so if you want to join in let us know we have some mindful colouring and Easter no bake treats to show you!
just follow the link!
https://fb.me/e/205NIKPAz
#easter #mindfulness #support 2 Likes

Helpful self check-in questions 🧡 1 Likes

Carers' Resource

I can’t wait to do all of those things but especially really looking forward to just sitting in a cafe with a friend having a good old catch up!
How about you?

No such thing as "School Refusal" I just had a read of this blog about the term 'school refusal' from a parent who knows...
School based anxiety is an issue that affects many families... its definately worth a read! 2 Likes

BUZZ US - Compass A confidential hotline for teenagers in North Yorkshire. 1 Likes

What Tantrums Don’t Mean Vs What Tantrums Do Mean...
#sendiassnorthyorkshire #sendiass #send #sen #children #youngpeople #learningdisabilities #learningthroughplay 3 Likes

Happy world Down syndrome day everyone 💛💙💛💙💛💙! 10 Likes

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