Autism South East had a brilliant day at Dartford Pride on 2nd June, as well as our first LGBTQIA+ Cafe on 28th July. We understand lots of people in the Autistic community identify as neurodivergent and will strive to ensure everyone is understood and accepted.
A Good Afternoon on LV21
T-Shirt Printing Workshop – 23 July 2022 Thank you all coming to our t-shirt printing event on the LV21 – the designs created were excellent! (Hopefully will be a little cooler for our next one)
Hot Hot Hot!
Temperatures in the South East are likely to reach 34 celsius this weekend, which means many of us will be having fun, but remember to stay safe and ensure your family and friends are safe: Drink and carry plenty of water (not coffee or alcohol) Avoid outdoor sports and activities Keep dogs and babies indoors […]
Thanks Mandy
Last Thursday on 9th June, Amanda Cook held her second talk on Autism and Girls. A big thanks goes out to everyone who attended and our volunteers who made this and the one on 1st June possible.
Girls and Autism
We received lots of positive feedback from last night’s (23rd March 2022) talk by Claire Noordally! We hope to be able to do another rerun soon for those who unfortunately weren’t able to make it, as well as other talks focused on the topic. “If we can understand what makes autistic girls tick we can […]
Changes to KCC SEN Transport
Autism South East are aware that changes to school transport arrangements by Kent County Council are causing a great deal of distress and anxiety to parents, carers and their children. Unfamiliar people and situations, can lead to great anxiety for an autistic child, causing them to become overwhelmed. Autistic children require time and preparation to […]
A Big Thanks to HCB Solicitors for Two Brilliant Seminars!
A big thanks to Laura and Amy from HCB Solicitors for two brilliant seminars last week in Dartford and Gillingham! We’ve had lots of very positive feedback from everyone who attended and hope to offer future seminars both in-person and online going forward.
Understanding the SEN Process EHCP Seminars
Understanding the SEN Process – Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCPs) Laura Carr from HCB Solicitors is kindly delivering a free seminar aimed at parents/carers who are: • Considering applying for a statutory assessment; • Going through the assessment process; • Due for a review of their child’s EHCP; • Have questions about securing funding […]
Sensory & Motor Strategies by Corinna Laurie
We are happy to announce Corinna Laurie (Occupational Therapist Clinical Lead for The National Autistic Society & Director of Evolve Children’s Therapy Services) will be holding a talk with us on 24th February in Medway… All the information we receive about the world comes through our senses. In some people, the senses do not process […]
Top Christmas Tips
Christmas can be challenging for autistic people. Change can bring anxiety, but there are things you can do to help…