Lotus Links Peer Support

27/05/2026

"The Quiet Shame of Fearing Your Own Child"

There’s scant help — and loads of blame — for parents whose children hit them, kick them, and even threaten their lives.

27/05/2026

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08/05/2026

Please feed back on Laura's post...

01/05/2026

What a surprise! 🤔

More inclusive secondary schools see fewer students dropping out of education and becoming “NEET”, according to new research from Leeds academics.

01/05/2026

I'm hoping my new book will help a lot with this. Watch this space.

30/04/2026

Thank you Billy for your kind words and taking the time to raise funds for our group! ❤️ We really appreciate it! 🙏
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I am running a marathon on the 19th of April 26! I thought about which organisation I would like to support a… Billy Rayner needs your support for Lotus Links

29/04/2026

🫂Parenting through is hard but you don’t have to do it alone. Join our FREE lunchtime drop-ins every Wednesday at 12:30.

💚 It's a welcoming session with no judgement, just care and support

🫶🏼 So if you're going through a difficult time at home with your child, come along, ask questions (there is no pressure you can just listen), learn strategies, and connect with others who understand.

🔗 Book/more info: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/for-parents-carers-4046513

29/04/2026

What do I wish I’d known sooner?

I did as I was told I guess, I was told to be patient, to trust the system, to wait until years flew by and it was eight years, eight years of being told it could change, they could offer a little bit more.

And while I waited, I questioned everything, wondering if I was missing something obvious. Meanwhile the hardest thing was I was watching my child slipping away from me.

This week I will be with Dr Joanne - Neurodivergent Educational Psychologist (Neurodivergent Educational Psychologist) to have the honest, supportive conversation I wish someone had offered me earlier.

What do you do when school just isn’t working for your child?
In this session, we’ll explore:
Why some children struggle in traditional school settings, what your child might really be telling you, practical ways to support them (without burning yourself out) and how to advocate for your child.

This isn’t about blame. It’s about understanding, clarity, and giving you real hope to move forward.

Because sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do as parent, is see things differently.

Join us for a validating and reassuring 1.5 hours.
Wednesday 22nd April at 7.30pm.

Every ticket comes with the recording.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/helping-your-child-when-school-isnt-working-tickets-1982975944430?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

28/04/2026

Our next drop in will be on Tuesday 19th May, 10.30-12.30 at The Vinery Centre, Leeds, LS9 9LU. If you're feeling isolated or overwhelmed trying to manage violent distressed behaviour, please come along. Youre not alone ❤️.