The ‘Autism Hour’ campaign begins on week commencing the 2nd October 2017 and asks retailers and businesses to choose an hour in the week during which they will agree to, turn down music or other noise and dim the lights,…
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NAS – “Welcome to MyWorld”
“Welcome to MyWorld” – a National Autistic Society monthly e-newsletter special Share This Post:
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NAS – Parliament to debate autism diagnosis waiting times
National Autistic Society News – 8th September 2017 Autistic children and adults are waiting too long for diagnosis. Research indicates that on average, for children the wait is over three and a half years, while adults wait on average two…
Dr Paul Williams MP Tweet
News – 7th September 2017 Dr Paul Williams MP Twitter account @PaulWilliamsMP I’m hoping to speak at a #Parliamentary debate on Autism diagnosis times. What are your thoughts on the process? Please click the image below to share your thoughts…
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NAS – Autism Hour Update
A Message from the National Autistic Society. Dear members, As you know, during the week of 2-8 October shops and services across the UK are hosting National Autistic Society Autism Hours, spending 60 minutes making small changes – from dimming…
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The Guardian – My autism hasn’t stopped me connecting with my sister
The Guardian – 2nd September 2017 My sister, Kirsten, spent most of 2014 and 2015 sectioned on a psychiatric ward. While in hospital, she stuck a sign on her bedroom door. “Please don’t ask me how I am or how…
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Parents praise Clarks for launching autism-friendly school shoes
Facebook message praises Clarks for launching school shoe ideal for children with autism and sensory issues. Clarks’ shoes have received a lot of press attention recently. Given the time of year and school term just around the corner, Clarks is…
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Forget stereotypes … how to recruit talented, neurodiverse employees
by Hazel Davis for The Guardian Thursday 31 August 2017 ‘Some highly talented, unusual thinkers may have struggled for many years to find their niche,’ says Sarah Hendrickx, an autism consultant and trainer. James Neely used to work in an…
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FaceBook Live Chat – Agony Autie with Axia ASD Ltd.
Yesterday, we had a “Live Chat” with Agony Autie about Relationships. The video is in two parts. You can watch PART 1 HERE and PART 2 HERE. Share This Post:
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Post-Diagnostic Support Group Minutes – August 2017
Minutes of the Twenty Third Post-Diagnostic Support Group Wednesday 16th August 2017 Today’s group was attended by 44 people. Items discussed were: The meeting started with apologies from Linda about starting a little late today. Unfortunately, there were roads closed…
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Chester Comic Con
Calvin and Renwick will be attending the Chester Comic Con on Sunday 24th September 2017 at Chester Racecourse. If people wish to join them, they will be at the main gates for 11am on the day. Share This Post:
NAS – It’s an #AutismHour takeover!
The National Autistic Society – It’s an #AutismHour takeover! Your monthly e-newsletter Share This Post:
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NOTICE: Central and Eastern Cheshire Primary Care Trust
Potential Changes to Diagnostic Pathway We felt it important to share with you that we have been served notice on the outdated contract held with the previous Central and Eastern Cheshire Primary Care Trust. The termination date of this contract…
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Autism “Vulnerability And Mental Health Issues” Study
Take part in an Autistica funded survey about vulnerability and mental health issues in autism Back in January Autistica announced that they had funded a new study on autism and vulnerability to mental health problems at the University of Cambridge’s…
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NAS Advice on Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for working age people who have a disability or long-term health problem and have difficulty or need help with daily living activities and/or getting about. PIP replaces DLA for…
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SPACE4AUTISM – Free Fun Day & Viewing
SPACE4AUTISM Invite you to a free FUN DAY & VIEWING with a joint new venture called “Brain Space” Saturday 19th August 2017 1-4pm Address: The Quarry Stables, Moorside Lane, off Bakestonedale Rd, Pott Shrigley, SK10 5RZ (if you need…
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