CWS was established in February 2023 by parent carers, for parent carers. We were aware of the need for mental health care and support in the Sunderland area specifically post diagnosis. With this in mind, we wanted to ensure that all parents carers had access to an individually unique support service.

What We Do

• Offer a non judgemental space for those caring for children with additional needs, with or without diagnosis.

• We want you, the parent carer, to be able to choose you.

• We offer a space for others, practitioners and more to gain a better insight.

• We aim to offer impartial advice and guidance where possible.

• A safe space for mental health support, including counselling and listening ear service.

What We Don't Do

• We can't affect any decisions made by other organisations or services in the area.

• We can advocate, but we can't be YOUR voice.

• We do NOT pigeon hole, we want your experience here to be individual to you.

• We can't change the weather, and we don't hold a magic wand.