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Empowering parents to build calmer homes

DTC at Lexden Springs There is something powerful about parents coming together to share experiences, learn from one another, and realise they do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. And we have witnesed this during the Parent Talks on Non Violent Resistance (NVR) for families of children with SEND at Lexden Springs School. Learning to apply Non Violent Resistance (NVR) Following a successful first cohort earlier this year, the second edition of the programme Read more

By Paulina Rangel, ago

Circus Starr magic!

Inclusive Circus Magic for Dream The Change CIC Families Thanks to a generous donation from Circus Starr of 70 tickets, Dream The Change CIC families enjoyed an inclusive circus experience at Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World. Circus Starr, a charity supporting disabled and disadvantaged children, created a welcoming environment where kids with additional needs could freely express themselves. Designed as “tut-free zones,” their shows encourage shouting, dancing, and uninhibited fun. This is the second year Read more

By Paulina Rangel, ago

Spooky arts and crafts

Children decorated pumpkins and made puffy ghosts from soft cotton balls, proudly showing off their spooky masterpieces while enjoying snacks and chatter with friends. A huge thank you to our amazing parents and volunteers who helped set up and wrap up the session, broom in hand and spirits high. Together, we made a little magic happen.

By Paulina Rangel, ago

This month, we celebrate Sally Anderson-Wai and the 12 remarkable years of Write Wai

Sally Anderson-Wai and Write Wai have been an invaluable part of DTC for the past five years. A former BBC journalist and multi-award-winning copywriter, Sally has supported us by crafting our blogs and social media posts and offering expert PR and marketing guidance. Her work has helped us share our story with clarity and connect with the people who matter most. All of us at DTC wish her many more years of meaningful work and Read more

By Paulina Rangel, ago

Children at Play

This summer, our DTC families met twice at local playgrounds in Colchester for joyful afternoon gatherings. We enjoyed a picnic generously donated by Neighbourly Food Collection, and we are truly grateful for their support. The children were delightfully cheeky, some made a proper dent in the crisps, clearly hoping the bag was bottomless, though to be fair they also munched plenty of fruit. They ran, climbed, kicked a ball, and had a go with the Read more

By Paulina Rangel, ago