For parents/carers living in Bristol, North Somerset, South Glos and BaNES
This 5-week online support block is for parents and carers who are awaiting an autism assessment for their child, have recently received an autism diagnosis for their child or those who just generally want to know more about autism. It is aimed at primary aged children.Autism is a complex neurological condition. This series of information sessions aims to provide an overview of what you need to know right now to make a start on your autism parenting journey.The support block will cover:
- What is autism?
- What are the common traits of autism?
- Sensory differences
- Strategies and support
- Education and services available
These sessions will be delivered by Saira and April.This is an online support block that will be delivered over Zoom. It will run every Wednesday between 12-2, beginning on the 19th of November and for the following 4 weeks. The sessions are free. They are for parents and carers of autistic individuals (no diagnosis required) living in Bristol: you must be registered in advance .
When
The group will meet online via zoom on Wednesdays 12-2pm starting the19th November
Sessions will be held on:
19th November, New to Autism
26th November, New to Autism
3rd December, New to Autism
10th December, New to Autism
17th December, New to Autism
Where
The group will be held online via Zoom. Details will be sent out nearer to the time. If you have never used Zoom before please see our BAS Zoom guide
Feedback from other groups:
‘BAS have been fantastic before and after diagnosis, it was lovely to connect with an organisation that knows their stuff and you are so supportive.’
‘I have only positives to express about BAS. They were a safe harbour in the storm of early diagnosis and have provided shelter ever since.’
"Real examples by such qualified and experienced facilitators"
This group is funded by a grant from BNSSG ICB.
