Having a child with a Social Communication Disorder or Autism can be isolating at times, especially when you feel your child is struggling and your usual sources of parenting information can’t help. Drumbeat School and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Service is a 4-19 special needs school for autism in Lewisham and the Drumbeat Outreach schools […]
SIGNAL Family Support are a mutual support group for the families of autistic children and young people (ages 0-25) living in Lewisham. Established in 1993 by a small group of parents, from the original dozen families there are now over 400. They provide access to inclusive activities such as trampolining and swimming and trips
If your child has a special educational need or disability (SEND) there are some great drop-in sessions at Kaleidoscope which you can find at: 32 Rushey Green, London SE6 4JD, just along from University Hospital Lewisham. Your child doesn’t need to have a diagnosis and they are an informal and friendly way to get advice,
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It’s 60 years since a group of parents of autistic children founded the National Autistic Society to fight for autistic people’s rights. What is Autism? Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which affects how people communicate and interact with the world. One in 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are around
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The Drumbeat Outreach schools team offers a termly calendar of workshops on a range of topics, strategies and interventions to support the needs of parents and carers. All free sessions are aimed at parents, family members and carers living with and supporting individuals with social communication difficulties, including children and young people with a diagnosis
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We’re in complicated and uncertain times and families face many challenges and uncertainty. With this in mind, we have put together some links to information from charities and organisations to support you with any parenting issues you might be experiencing or if your child’s display any behaviour you are finding challenging at this time. You can also contact Lewisham Children and Family Centres for support by filling out the online enquiry form on the website homepage. COVID-19
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