Are you a parent or carer of a child with additional needs or disabilities? Do you worry about their future and what will happen when you’re no longer around? You’re not alone, and planning for the future doesn’t have to be overwhelming. 

Join Somerset Parent Carer Forum for this Parent Carer Financial Toolkit workshop led by Rhiannon Gogh from Carers Academy, a dedicated financial adviser and parent of a child with autism. With both personal and professional experience, she truly understands the unique challenges faced by families of children with additional needs. 

What You’ll Learn: 

  • Wills & Trusts for SEND – a refresher 
  • Transitioning to adulthood – what you need to know 
  • Decision-making & legal protection 
  • Securing your SEND family’s future 
  • Wealth-building for parent carers 
  • The Top 5 “Need-to-knows” for parent carers 

Wednesday 30th April, 10:30 AM, face-to-face in Yeovil and an online option available. Book at https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/events/. 

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Did you know: you can find out more about managing your finances on Somerset’s SEND Local Offer: www.somerset.gov.uk/costs-help

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April 1, 2025

Molly Venn

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