About Autism

What is Autism?

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition. This means that the development of the brain and wider nervous system in people with autism differs from typical neurodevelopment.

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Autism Training Courses for Parents and Carers

Training Courses which can support you or your family.

Behaviour

Our Community Connection Service can signpost you to organisation which could help you with:

Benefits

Our Community Connection Service can help you with:

Community Connection Service

Our Community Connection Service can answer general questions about autism.

Diagnosis

Children can be diagnosed as having autism when they’re quite young, in some cases from the age of two.

Education

Our Community Connection Service can help you with considering:

Employment

Some people with autism might need help with applying for and retaining employment.

Health

Our Community Connection Service can help you with:

Hospital and Care Passport

Being prepared for a hospital visit or emergency can make a real difference to the care you receive.

Parent and Carer Support Groups

Support for Parents and Carers

Sensory Perception

Basic guidance around calming and alerting senses

Autism is a range of conditions classified as neurodevelopmental disorders. This means that the development of the brain and wider nervous system in people with autism differs from typical neurodevelopment.

Youth Clubs and Support Groups

There are local support services, groups and organisations which can support you or your family.

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