# Event Details - **Event Name**: Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 am – Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: A stakeholder workshop addressing barriers to mental health support for neurodiverse children and young people in Cheshire & Merseyside.About this Event-----------------------------------------------------In 2025, the Cheshire & Merseyside ND Programme held a consultation looking at the experiences of neurodiverse children, young people and families when accessing mental health support. While we have made great strides improving access, the findings highlighted that many neurodiverse CYP are still facing significant barriers when seeking mental health care.In this half-day event, we invite CYP, families, providers and commissioners to discuss the findings in depth and develop a plan for change together. The agenda will include:Lived experience of navigating the mental healthcare system from parents and young people.Examples of good practice locally and beyond to support shared learning.A workshop session to develop best practices for reasonable adjustments, adapted interventions, provider training and early support.Co-creation of a roadmap to put best practices into action.-----------------------------------------------------Key InformationVenue: Lecture Theatre 2 (Will Watterson Room), Institute in the Park, Alder Hey, Eaton Road, Liverpool, L12 2APStart time: Registration begins at 9.30am for a 9.55am start.Refreshments: Tea and coffee will be served on arrival and during the mid-morning comfort break. Lunch is not provided, but there are several options within the Institute and on the hospital campus.Parking: Guests are invited to use the paid onsite multistorey car park (free for blue badge holders), but please note that this can be very busy in the morning. Information and charges can be found here: Getting here and car parking - Alder Hey Children's Hospital TrustAlternatively, guests can use the Sainsbury's car park on East Prescot Road, a few minutes' walk from the main entrance. All-day parking is available via Just Park for £4.19. Sainsbury's East Prescot Road Car ParkAgenda?: 09:30 AM - 09:55 AMRegistration?: 09:55 AM - 10:00 AMWelcomeHost: Prof. Chris Wee ?: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMRegional Survey Findings on Mental Health SupportHost: Prof. Chris Wee, Rebecca Brown & Matthew MortonInfo: A discussion on the findings from the ND Programme survey "Barriers and Needs for Mental Health Interventions for Neurodiverse Children and Young People" and the Transforming Care Partnership survey "Early Mental Health Support."?: 10:30 AM - 10:55 AMLived Experience of Accessing Mental Health SupportInfo: Young people and parents share their experiences of accessing and navigating mental health support. ?: 10:55 AM - 11:20 AMExamples of Good Practice in Cheshire & Merseyside and BeyondInfo: Colleagues from Greater Manchester and Alder Hey CAMHS discuss successful local initiatives to improve mental health access for ND children and young people. ?: 11:20 AM - 11:35 AMComfort Break ?: 11:35 AM - 11:50 AMThe Role Mental Health Teams Can Play in ND AssessmentsHost: Prof. Chris WeeInfo: How mental health teams can ensure assessments flow seamlessly into ND pathways and children and young people only have to tell their story once. ?: 11:50 AM - 12:30 PMWorkshop SessionsInfo: The group will break into four teams to identify best practices for reasonable adjustments, adapted interventions, provider training and early support. ?: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PMCommitments & Next Steps Info: Providers and commissioners will work with other stakeholders to reflect on recommendations, commit to next steps, and develop an implementation roadmap. ?: 01:00 PM - 01:00 PMClose - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/liverpool/improving-mental-health-access-for-neurodiverse-children-and-young-people/100001982795212857 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, mental-health, workshops, nonprofit, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Liverpool - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Alder Hey Children's Hospital - **lat**: 53.4182748 - **long**: -2.8960327 - **full address**: Alder Hey Children's Hospital, East Prescot Road, Liverpool, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Improving+Mental+Health+Access+for+Neurodiverse+Children+%26+Young+People&date=Wed%2C+25+Feb%2C+2026+at+09%3A30+am&bg=3 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People being held? - **A:** Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People takes place on Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 am to Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Alder Hey Children's Hospital, East Prescot Road, Liverpool, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People? - **A:** Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People is organized by Beyond. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Improving Mental Health Access for Neurodiverse Children & Young People is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Liverpool, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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