Inclusion Matters
Working Together to Make a Difference
Autism Family Workshops
Series of 6 weekly workshops looking at practical strategies for supporting your child at home. Fees: £20 per workshop or £100 for all 6.
​Week 1 - What is Autism?
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Aims:
Understanding features of Autism including new research
Exploring the impact Autism has on the child
​Week 2 - Sensory Processing Difficulties
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Aims:
Exploring potential issues associated with sensory processing difficulties
Recognising sensory overload
Creating a sensory profile
Creating a nurturing environment
Week 3 - Anxiety and Autism
Aims:
What is Anxiety?
Understanding the triggers
Strategies to support children manage their anxiety
Week 4 - Behaviour Management
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Aims:
Analysing and identifying patterns of behaviour
Using proactive methods to pre-empt and prevent occurring behaviours
Safety at home
Week 5 - Helping My Child at Home
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Aims:
Explore variety of practical strategies at home:
Strategies to support establishing routines
Building Independence
Week 5 - Helping My Child at Home
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Aims:
Explore variety of practical strategies at home:
Strategies to support establishing routines
Building Independence
How to support Siblings
Toileting
Sleep awareness
Week 6 - Could it be PDA?
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Aims:
Introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance
How to support a child with PDA at home