Description
A 6-session support programme for parents and carers of children with autism (or suspected autism) under the age of 6.
A mixture of online and in-person courses will be taking place across ßÙßÇÂþ». Parents, carers or other family members who have responsibility for your child. Your child must be under the age of 6 and live in ßÙßÇÂþ». They may have a diagnosis of autism or be waiting for one.
The programme is delivered over six weekly 2 ½ hour sessions which include:
• Understanding autism – including key areas of difference, individual profiles, processing differences and one-page profiles.
• Communication – including autistic communication styles, supporting communication and using visuals.
• Understanding autistic experiences – including sensory processing and talking to your child about their autistic identity.
• Supporting daily living – including the low arousal approach, sleep, eating, toileting/hygiene and dressing.
• Health and wellbeing – including self-esteem, stress and anxiety and understanding feelings • Connections – including working with professionals, family dynamics, siblings and education/reasonable adjustments.
Location
- Address:
Who to contact
- Email: parenttraining@freemantles.surrey.sch.uk
- Website: