Autism Central for Parents and Carers

Autism Central for Parents and Carers

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Welcome

As parents and carers of autistic children, young people and adults, it can be hard to find help when you’re trying to get the right support. Autism Central aims to make it easier to learn more about autism and services available to you. New to Autism Central? Read a personal welcome from our Director Lynne.

What we offer

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Resources

Learn more about topics like diagnosis, employment and mental health and find key information from trusted sources.
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One-to-one

Talk to your hub for a one-to-one chat to help you find the information and services available in your area.
Find your hub
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Events

Talk to people who share similar experiences to yours by joining a workshop, coffee morning or virtual meet-up.
Join an event
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Personal assistants course

"Awesome content, bridged my knowledge gap"
The new online course is for paid carers of autistic people who would like to gain a deeper understanding of autism and how best to support the autistic people they work with.
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School attendance

Watch the series on navigating education and working well with school from Dr Naomi Fisher and Eliza Fricker. The 'school attendance' episode looks at how to work with your school to support your autistic child.
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Jade, Joe and James’ story

Supporting the sensory needs of non-speaking children.
Jade shares how she discovered her children’s sensory needs and what they do to support them.
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