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July 2023
Northfield Parents 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. Light refreshments will be provided and a member of Autism West Midlands will be present to offer advice and guidance. Occurs on the 2nd Friday of the month through till December (with the exception of August). When you go through to the booking page you will just need to select your preferred date. Reserve your free…
Find out more »August 2023
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 »September 2023
Teen Autism Confident – Black Country
Coming to the Black Country in Autumn 2023, our Teen Autism Confident programmes. They offer an opportunity to learn more about autism in a small, supportive, group setting and to share experiences and identify strategies that could help in day-to-day life. Feel free to email Amy on amys@autismwestmidlands.org.uk with any questions. The 6 weekly topics covered include: Understanding Autism Social Communication Sensory Awareness Anxiety Self-esteem and Self-image (teens) Disclosure(adults) / Transitions, Change and the Future (teens) The first programme will…
Find out more »October 2023
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…
Find out more »November 2023
Rising to the Challenge (The Early Years) – West Midlands Region
Led by an Autism specialist, this series of webinars aim to give parents and carers a better understanding of their child’s autism and come away with strategies that may help and support them. This is open to residents of the West Midlands. You are welcome to join us every week or, drop in for your particular topic of interest. Webinars are recorded and can be sent to you but you will need to register for the event to receive the…
Find out more »December 2023
Christmas Wreath Making Event for Autistic Adults
Join us to create your own Christmas wreath, under the expert tuition of the experienced staff at Walsall arts Gallery in Walsall, supported by AWM staff. Relaxed and friendly group environment. You must have a Black Country post code to attend and have a diagnosis of autism, or in the process of being diagnosed. If you have any questions ahead of the event, please contact. Michelleh@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 »Autism West Midlands working together with Sandwell Family Hubs.
This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and carers, access resources and information and find out what Autism West Midlands and the Hubs have to offer. No diagnosis required and refreshments will be included.
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 »Wellbeing walk meetup for autistic adults
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 café entrance. Car parking is available and there is also a bus stop at the visitor centre. Toilets and café on site. An Autism Specialist from Autism West Midlands will…
Find out more »Wolverhampton Wanderers Stadium & Museum Tour for Autistic Adults
This is a great opportunity to Join us on a guided tour of Wolverhampton Wanderers Stadium and museum, with one of their professional staff and be supported by AWM staff. Relaxed and friendly group environment. You must have a Black Country post code to attend and have a diagnosis of autism, or in the process of being diagnosed. If you have any questions ahead of the event, please contact. Michelleh@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Find out more »Stay & Play (Sycamore Adventure)
2.5 hours stay and play event for families with an autistic child/ or in the process of assessment, who reside in the Black Country. These sessions enable parents/carers to meet others in similar situations, while the children explore and play in a safe environment. Siblings welcome. The Venue will be closed to the public for the duration of the session. Numbers will be limited to ensure it is autism friendly. Please only book your child / Childrens places for this event.…
Find out more »Candle and Leather Making event for Autistic Adults
Join us for a candle and leather making Activity with professional crafts people at Riverside House, Stourbridge & supported by AWM staff. Relaxed and friendly group environment. You must have a Black Country post code to attend and have a diagnosis of autism, or in the process of being diagnosed. If you have any questions ahead of the event, please contact. Michelleh@autismwestmidlands.org.uk
Find out more »Wellbeing walk meetup for autistic adults
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 at the top of Dinmore Hill. Toilets and café on site. An Autism Specialist from Autism West…
Find out more »Attingham Park and Mansion -Shropshire Family Event
A festive get together for neurodiverse families - no diagnosis required. Open to Shropshire residents. Come and join us for a wander around the Mansion to look at the beautiful Christmas trees. Feel free to stay afterwards to explore the other festive activities at Attingham but please check the website for additional charges e.g. Ice Skating/Outdoor Tree Trail. Meet us at the entrance for free entry to the Park and Mansion. Come along to the Mansion or head off in your own direction…
Find out more »January 2024
Teens Autism Confident
If your autistic teen (13-18 years) is interested in participating in the program and lives in Birmingham and Solihull. During the 8 week course we will look at: Autism as a spectrum Anxiety Sensory Differences Social communication Happiness & wellbeing Disclosure and the future Applications are welcome from all areas of Birmingham and Solihull. Dates will be set once applications are received.
Find out more »Rising to the Challenge, Birmingham and Solihull Jan 2024
This is one of several 6 week programmes for parents and carers of autistic children that Autism West Midlands will be running over 2023-24. 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 »Teen Autism Confident-Online program
These online events offer an opportunity for young people to learn more about autism in a small, supportive, group setting and to share experiences and identify strategies that could help in day-to-day life. During the 8 week course we will look at: Autism as a spectrum Anxiety Sensory Differences Social communication Happiness & wellbeing Disclosure and the future Follow link for registration: https://forms.office.com/e/kV3We2McJg Online sessions will take place on Wednesday evenings 17th Jan - 13th March 5.45 - 7.00PM Who can attend:…
Find out more »Understanding Autism Webinar
An introduction to the autism spectrum. Topics we will be covering: How autism may affect children and young people How to support children and young people in daily life This webinar is open to any parent, carer or professional in the West Midlands Webinar registration link: https://3edea674-300a-4420-9f42-a09bb5469dc4.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/10503910/register?in_tok=280152ba-7fa2-4b5d-8681-bb0c7971196e
Find out more »Teen Autism Confident -Solihull Town Centre
Our Teen Autism Confident programme is coming to Solihull in Winter 2024! All the details are below but you are also welcome to email Amy on amys@autismwestmidlands.org.uk 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 8 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,…
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