Our Mission
SEND Horizons CIC exists to support, empower, and connect families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) through accessible, community-based support, education, and inclusion.
We are committed to creating safe, welcoming spaces where parents feel heard, children are celebrated, and families can access the guidance, tools, and peer connection they need — regardless of background or circumstance.
We provide free and low-cost services designed to empower families through:
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Parent workshops and training
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Coffee mornings and peer support groups
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Inclusive community events
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Outreach, advocacy, signposting and family navigation activities
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Mental health, emotional, and overall wellbeing support for parents, carers, and the children in their care
Whether you're looking for guidance, wellbeing support, connection, or a sense of belonging, we’re here for you every step of the way.
About Us
SEND Horizons CIC was founded by the team behind SEND & Sensory to expand our shared mission into the heart of the community.
SEND Horizons builds on the vision that began with SEND & Sensory — extending our reach beyond the walls of the clinic to support even more families in their everyday environments. By taking our expertise from homes, schools, and community spaces, we’re able to offer early help, practical guidance, and meaningful connection to those who may not otherwise access traditional services. Our goal is to remove barriers, meet families where they are, and ensure no child is left without the support they need to thrive.
Because Support Makes a Difference
High Parental Stress
Research shows that parents of autistic children experience significantly higher levels of stress than parents of neurotypical children.
— (Hayes & Watson, 2013, Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders)
Parent Burnout Risk
Up to 50–70% of parents of children with autism report symptoms of burnout, exhaustion, or emotional fatigue due to the demands of caregiving.
— (Pottie & Ingram, 2008; Zablotsky et al., 2013)
Mental Health Struggles
Studies indicate that 40–60% of parents of children with autism experience clinical levels of anxiety or depression at some point.
— (Weiss et al., 2012)
Isolation & Lack of Support:
Many parents report feeling socially isolated, misunderstood, or unsupported by wider family, schools, and services.
— (National Autistic Society, UK)
Overwhelmed
Nearly 60% of parents of autistic children report feeling overwhelmed "most or all of the time", with over half saying they have little or no time to care for their own wellbeing.
— (Ambitious about Autism, UK Parent Survey, 2021)