Government release Strategy for Autistic Children, Young People and Adults: 2021 to 2026
The Autism Act 2009In 2009 the Government passed the Autism Act. The aim of this act was to improve “services for autistic adults, underpinned by legally binding guidance to councils.”National Autistic societyThis was due to be reviewed every 5 years to make sure the priorities were being met and so that the guidance can be …
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! It’s not too early, is it? I have had my tree up since 30th November and I think that should be allowed considering the year we have had. As we look back over 2020 it was one turbulent ride but with light at the end of the tunnel, …
The Autism Information Service
Good Morning, I am writing to update you on the offer of support that ASD Helping Hands will provide from the 12/10/2020. The Family Support service we have offered for the past ten years will change to the “Autism Information and Advice Service” There have been a number of reasons we have …
Ageing With Autism 2019
Our Third Ageing With Autism Information Day was held on 16th October 2019 and we welcomed a variety of professionals, parents/carers and organisations.
Pre-diagnosis Support. What’s that?
Pre-diagnosis support I may say to you and the normal responses I get is. What’s that?
Autism and Social Gaming Report – #WalkingForAutism
It all started back in January when I decided to write about some of the good experiances that I have had / seen whilst playing the Pokémon GO app, both through general play and whilst doing my job helping young adults out in the community. As I started to make this a reality I had …
Family Voice Conference 2019
An information sharing day for parents/carers with over 40 information stalls, speed dating sessions and talks from professionals.
Government to launch new consultation on Autism Support
Autistic people, their families and those caring for them are being asked for their views on how care and support in England can be improved. The call for evidence is part of the cross-government review of the national autism strategy, which will be refreshed and launched later this year. The strategy will be extended to …
Children and Young Person Emotional Wellbeing Event
Today we attended the Children and Young Person Emotional Wellbeing Event at Long Stratton High school organised by Children’s Services.