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January 2024
Online Autism Advice and Consultation Sessions – Shropshire County
Need to chat? Looking for advice? Book onto one of our online support sessions with a specialist Autism Advisor. They can discuss difficulties and coping strategies for children/young people up to their 18th birthday. You must have be a resident of Shropshire County To book, you will need to select a date and time from the dropdown list. A few days before your appointment you will be sent a 'Microsoft Teams' link. Please check your spam folder in case your…
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Black Country Online Autism Advice and Consultation Sessions – Adults
Need to chat? Looking for advice? Book onto one of our online support sessions with a specialist Autism Advisor. They can provide information and guidance for pre and post-diagnosed autistic adults and their families living in the Black Country. All professionals seeking advice please phone the Autism West Midlands Helpline 0121 450 7575 or email info@autismwestmidlands.org.uk. There are multiple dates and times available. To book, you will need to select a date and time from the dropdown list on the…
Find out more »April 2024
Teen Autism Confident ONLINE for Birmingham and Solihull 13 -18
Teen autism confident is an 8 week program for DIAGNOSED autistic teens aged between 13 - 18 living in the Birmingham and Solihull areas. Teen Autism Confident is a free 8-week program, with one-to-one meetings for participants on the first and last week, and 6 group sessions. The courses have up to 10 participants per program. This course offers an opportunity to learn more about autism in a small, supportive, group setting. It provides an opportunity to discuss individual experiences,…
Find out more »Teen Autism Confident Kings Norton for Birmingham and Solihull 13 -18
Teen autism confident is an 8 week program for DIAGNOSED autistic teens aged between 13 - 18 living in the Birmingham and Solihull areas. Teen Autism Confident is a free 8-week program, with one-to-one meetings for participants on the first and last week, and 6 group sessions. The courses have up to 10 participants per program. This course offers an opportunity to learn more about autism in a small, supportive, group setting. It provides an opportunity to discuss individual experiences,…
Find out more »Teen Autism Confident SOLIHULL for Birmingham and Solihull 13 -18yrs
Teen autism confident is an 8 week program for DIAGNOSED autistic teens aged between 13 - 18 living in the Birmingham and Solihull areas. Teen Autism Confident is a free 8-week program, with one-to-one meetings for participants on the first and last week, and 6 group sessions. The courses have up to 10 participants per program. This course offers an opportunity to learn more about autism in a small, supportive, group setting. It provides an opportunity to discuss individual experiences,…
Find out more »Rising to the Challenge, Birmingham and Solihull
This is one of several 6 week programmes for parents and carers of autistic children that Autism West Midlands will be running over 2024 - 2025 The course will help attendees gain a more in depth knowledge of autism and how it impacts the person that you care for. We will be looking at autism as a spectrum; communication; anxiety; sensory differences and much more. Our Autism Specialist Advisers will deliver the training and support attendees to identify strategies to help support…
Find out more »Sutton Parent Carer Support Group
Join us for our Parent Support Group where you will be able to meet with other parents, share ideas, celebrate achievements, and offer support. There will also be a focus each session, including the opportunity to benefit from guest speakers and a focus upon wellbeing and embracing neurodiversity. Light refreshments will be provided, and a member of Autism West Midlands will be present to offer support, advice and guidance
Find out more »Shropshire Coffee and Chat – Shifnal
Shropshire Parents Coffee and Chat Come join us for a relaxed and friendly gathering at St Andrew's Church in Shifnal, UK. This in-person event is tailored for parents and guardians of children with autism. Connect with fellow parents, share experiences, and find support in an understanding environment. We understand the challenges that come with raising a child with autism, so this event is designed to provide a safe space where you can share your thoughts, concerns, and triumphs with others who truly understand.…
Find out more »Rising to the Challenge
The course will help attendees gain a more in-depth knowledge of autism and how it impacts the person that you care for. The course covers: an overview of autism, social, communication and sensory differences, and anxiety and behaviour. Our Autism Specialist Advisers will deliver the training and support attendees to identify strategies to help support the autistic young person they are caring for. Any parent/carer of an autistic young person in Birmingham or Solihull can sign up and attend. The…
Find out more »Coffee and Chat – Oswestry – Shropshire Council Residents
Join us for a free in-person session to meet members of Shropshire Families Autism West Midlands team and other parents for a relaxed chat. Please book your place. No diagnosis required. Hosted by our Autism Specialists, the session is open to parents and carers of children 0-18 in the Shropshire Council area only If you have any questions, please email: shropshire@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Find out more »Coffee and Chat – Shrewsbury Venue – Shropshire Council Residents
Join us for a free in-person session to meet members of Shropshire Families Autism West Midlands Team and other Parents for a relaxed chat. Please book a space. No diagnosis required. Hosted by our Autism Specialists, the session is open to parents and carers of children 0-18 in the Shropshire Council area only If you have any questions, please email shropshire@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Find out more »May 2024
Wellbeing Walk meet up for autistic adults
Come join us for a leisurely walk and chat with other autistic adults, focusing on improving our wellbeing and connecting with others. Join us for a Wellbeing Walk meet up for autistic adults! Date: Wednesday, May 1st Time: 11:00 AM Location: Worcester Woods Country Park An opportunity to meet other autistic adults, talk to staff from Autism West Midlands and enjoy nature in a calm outdoor setting. There is no expectation to talk or socialise and you are welcome to bring along a…
Find out more »Parent/Carer Evening Support Group
This is a wonderful opportunity to treat yourself to a nice meal and connect with parents and carers on their Autism Journey (no-diagnosis required). An Autism Specialist Advisor will be available to answer any questions you may have about Autism and share what support you and your family can access.
Find out more »Solihull Coffee Morning
An opportunity to meet parents/carers, share ideas, access peer support with a member of Autism West Midlands present to offer advice. Join us for a friendly, non-judgemental support group for parents and carers of autistic children within the Solihull postcode area. Led by an Autism specialist from Autism West Midlands who offer advice and guidance and training. Light refreshments are provided Numbers are limited and places need to be pre booked to allow staff to support you effectively. We look…
Find out more »Kings Heath Support Group
Join us for our Parent Support Group where you will be able to meet with other parents, share ideas, celebrate achievements, and offer support. There will also be a focus each session, including the opportunity to benefit from guest speakers and a focus upon wellbeing and embracing neurodiversity. Light refreshments will be provided, and a member of Autism West Midlands will be present to offer support, advice and guidance.
Find out more »Rising To The Challenge – Series of 6 Webinars
West Midlands Region Rising To The Challenge – series of 6 webinars Topics include – Understanding Autism, Autism and Communication, Autism and Social Interaction, Autism and Sensory Differences and more! A free 6 session course for parents/carers who want a better understanding of their child’s autism and to learn about strategies that may help and support them. (Your child does not need to have a formal diagnosis) Each one-hour webinar is followed by an optional Teams session to explore the…
Find out more »Northfield Parent Carer Support Group
Join us for our Parent Support Group where you will be able to meet with other parents, share ideas, celebrate achievements, and offer support. There will also be a focus each session, including the opportunity to benefit from guest speakers and a focus upon wellbeing and embracing neurodiversity. Light refreshments will be provided, and a member of Autism West Midlands will be present to offer support, advice and guidance.
Find out more »Spectrum Support Group for Autistic Parents
Are you an autistic parent? Would you be interested in attending a support group with other autistic parents and sharing your experiences? If so, then Spectrum may be the support group for you. Monday evenings: 6.30pm-8pm 15/4/24 13/5/24 10/6/24 08/7/24 Sessions will be held on Microsoft Teams Contact amandap@autismwestmidlands.org.uk for more information
Find out more »Handsworth Parent Carer Support Group
Join us for our Parent Support Group where you will be able to meet with other parents, share ideas, celebrate achievements, and offer support. There will also be a focus each session, including the opportunity to benefit from guest speakers and a focus upon wellbeing and embracing neurodiversity. Light refreshments will be provided, and a member of Autism West Midlands will be present to offer support, advice and guidance. Ken Upton from Talking SENse will be delivering a talk about…
Find out more »Wellbeing Walk meet up for autistic adults
Join us for a casual stroll and chat to promote wellbeing among autistic adults in our community! An opportunity to meet other autistic adults, talk to staff from Autism West Midlands and enjoy nature in a calm outdoor setting. There is no expectation to talk or socialise and you are welcome to bring along any support tools you need. We will be meeting outside the Visitor Centre/Gift Shop entrance. Car parking is available and there is also a bus stop…
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