About Workshops

As a parent/carer you may feel that more information, help, or advice is needed when supporting the needs of your child, who may have behavioural, sensory, social and/or communication challenges. We at GEMS recognise this and have provided a variety of free courses & workshops that will help develop your knowledge of autism and/or ADHD.

The FREE courses & workshops for East Berkshire residents, offer support not just for those who are diagnosed, but for those who may have autism and/or ADHD.

The courses and workshops vary in length. You will be listening to and speaking with trainers with extensive experience of delivering autism and/or ADHD courses and will have the opportunity to meet and share strategies with other parents/carers.

If you live or if your GP is in East Berkshire (Slough, Windsor, Maidenhead or Bracknell) you can Conveniently book yourself in by clicking on the “book here” option next to each workshop or course below.

For further information, please contact the team on: gems.4health@nhs.net / 0800 999 1342 

Please note that bookings will close when sessions are fully booked / or two days before a session.

Workshop Title

Course Description

Target Audience

Dates

Time

Booking

Managing Anxiety


Hosted by The Autism Group:


What to do when worries take over. Looking at what causes anxiety & some tried & tested strategies to tackle it.

AUTISM & DUAL DIAGNOSIS SUPPORT

For parents & carers of primary & secondary school aged children.

Online:

Tuesday 21st November 2023

10am - 12pm

Book Here

Adolescence


Hosted by The Autism Group:


Understanding & responding to the challenges & changes for parenting & caring for autistic teenagers

AUTISM SUPPORT

For parents & carers of secondary school aged children.

Online:

New date coming soon.


10am - 12pm

Book Here

ADHD Teens




Hosted by Parenting Special Children:


Understanding & working with change.

Exploring the challenges and concerns, as well as strengths and opportunities. Supporting our teenagers through change - A Strengths-Based Approach in Practice. Identity & Self-Esteem. Staying Connected - Communication and Relationships. Independence & Responsibility. Managing Risk

ADHD SUPPORT

This workshop is suitable for parents/carers who have previously attended the ADHD Course

Online:

Tuesday 10th October 2023

7pm - 9pm

Please contact GEMS to book

Supporting Siblings



Hosted by The Autism Group:


What is it like to grow up with a sibling on the autism spectrum? How we can help young people to better understand and thrive in an autism friendly family.

AUTISM SUPPORT

For parents & carers of primary & secondary school aged children.


Online:

Thursday 14th September 2023


10am - 12pm

Postponed

Sensory Processing



Hosted by Parenting Special Children:


Understanding sensory processing, sensory overload, sensory seeking behaviour, strategies to support & how to manage sensory arousal.

AUTISM, DUAL DIAGNOSIS & ADHD SUPPORT

For Parents & carers of primary & secondary school aged children.


Online:

Tuesday 7th November 2023.

7 - 8.30pm

Book Here

Over 5's Autism Course


A 3-week course

Hosted by Parenting Special Children:


This course runs for three consecutive weeks & covers, challenges & concerns, signposting, managing anxiety, challenging behaviour & strategies.

AUTISM SUPPORT

For parents & carers supporting children over the age of 5.

Online:

Wednesday 4th, 11th, & 18th October 2023 - Fully booked wait list only.



7 - 9pm

Book Here

Under 5's Autism Course


A 3-week course

Hosted by Parenting Special children:


This course runs for three consecutive weeks & covers, myths and facts, sensory processing, anxiety, communication, de-escalating & supporting emotions.

AUTISM SUPPORT

For parents & carers of children of pre school age up to 5 years of age.

Online:

8th, 15th, 22nd November 2023

7 - 8.30pm

Book Here

Sleep - Autism & ADHD


Hosted by Parenting Special Children:


Discussing difficulties around sleep.


AUTISM, DUAL DIAGNOSIS & ADHD SUPPORT

For Parents & carers of pre school, primary & secondary school aged children.

Online:

Tuesday 3rd October 2023

7 - 9pm

Book Here

ADHD Course


A 3-week course

Hosted by Parenting Special Children:


Session 1: Provides an insight into what ADHD is. Learn about the challenges & concerns often raised. Explore strengths and opportunities related to ADHD.

Session 2: Learn to understand children's anxiety and how this relates to ADHD.

Session 3: Gain an understanding of attention deficit behaviours & how to manage these.

ADHD SUPPORT

For Parents & carers of children aged 3 and over, primary & secondary school aged children.



Online:

New date coming soon.

7 - 9pm

Book Here

Girls & Autism

Hosted by The Autism Group:


A look at the behaviours & challenges that may be experienced by autistic girls

AUTISM SUPPORT

For parents & carers of primary & secondary school aged children

Online:

Wednesday 1st November

10am - 12pm

Book Here

Home Visit Service -Autism Support

An online or in person visit offering one to one tailored support for those requiring additional support.


AUTISM SUPPORT:

*Criteria for home visit service:

  • Have a recent diagnosis for their child/young person
  • Do not have access to IT
  • Have English as a second language
  • Have hearing or vision impairment
  • Parents/carers who are Autistic themselves
  • Have difficulties with group settings
  • Want to discuss in confidence



Online or in person home visit option

Please call or email GEMS to book

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