This workshop from Autism Bedfordshire is open to parents/carers, and will provide you with the opportunity to explore and understand the difficulties autism may cause in regulating behaviours, how to adapt environments and practices to meet the needs of autistic individuals, and strategies for managing difficult situations. Date: Saturday 29th April 2023 Time: 10am - 1pm Location: The Rufus Centre, Steppingley Road, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1AH Cost: £15 for AB members / £20 f

SNAP Parent Carer Forum are offering this FREE information day, suitable for parents/carers whose young person is between 14-25 years of age. The Advocacy & Support Partnership have been invited to to provide this invaluable training. Themes that will be explored include: What does the law say for young people with SEN and disabilities, who are approaching 18, or for those who have already reached adulthood? What rights do parents and carers have in providing, or not having t

Looking for a new and exciting opportunity for 2023? Are you interested in giving back to your community? Would you like to expand your skill set, spend time amongst a fabulous team and provide exciting and invaluable opportunities to young people and adults with learning disabilities and additional needs? Then becoming a regular volunteer at one of LB Mencap's weekly clubs might just be the thing for you! We are currently looking for new adult volunteers who can help to supp

Are you a parent or carer of a child with additional needs? Would you like to have a chat over a cuppa with other parent carers? Leighton Buzzard Children's Centre will be hosting a series of SEND coffee afternoons, supported by a family worker and a SEND practitioner from the early years SEND team. Dates: Thursday 12th January, 9th February, 2nd March 2023 Time: 1.30pm - 3.00pm Location: Leighton Buzzard Children's Centre, East St, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1EW N.B. This is not o

Autism Bedfordshire have an exciting three day course for 16-19 year olds to join in February half term as part of Skills for Success. The sessions will be made up of a collaborative learning activity in the morning themed around nutrition, a balanced diet, food hygiene and kitchen safety, followed by a cooking activity in the afternoon - the young people will have the opportunity to plan and cook a dish and will come home each day with the food they have made. Autism Bedford

This FREE online, week-long event is for parents/carers to gain a wealth of information on a range of different topics. Your online ticket will allow you access to any of the talks, presentations and workshops over the course of the conference. Additional speakers yet to be confirmed! Limited spaces, and log-in details sent nearer to the event. To book please call 01234 214871 or email enquiries@autismbeds.org. Monday 30th January 2023 9.30am - 10am Introduction to the Chil