Question of the Week 5

What’s one thing that would make communication clearer right now?


💬 Comment, react, or just read along — every voice matters.


Your answers help shape the feedback we share with schools, health services, and decision‑makers.

Follow the link to see the original post on our Facebook Group

Here’s what you told us 

Families described communication as:

  • Exhausting
  • Anxiety‑provoking
  • Confusing
  • Like talking into a void
  • At times, traumatising

Many said they feel ignoredleft in the dark, or unsure who to contact.

  • Inconsistent updates (e.g. consults appear on the Hub but no email)
  • Important documents landing late on a Friday afternoon
  • No acknowledgement of emails / no idea if anyone has seen them
  • No visible caseworker or EHCP partner details on the Hub anymore
  • Long waits for phone calls back
  • Replies that don’t answer the question sent
  • Confusing consultation process
  • Hub-only communication excluding schools and visually impaired users
  • Feeling invisible: “I wish someone reached out to me.”
  1. An automatic acknowledgement email with a clear reply timescale.
  2. Caseworker/EHCP Partner names + contact details visible on the Hub.
  3. Consistent updates when a stage moves forward (especially consultations).
  4. Stop sending major updates late on Fridays or right before holidays.
  5. Alternative communication routes for those who cannot use the Hub.

💚 Thank you for taking part

Your responses help us build a picture of families’ experiences across Devon and shape the feedback we share with services.

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