World Autism Awareness Week 2016

2 April 2016

Written by: Communications team

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This year World Autism Awareness Week takes place from Saturday 2 April to Friday 8 April 2016.

We have many events taking place throughout the week, providing a great opportunity to find out more about autism and the support available.

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World Autism Awareness Week 2016

Tea and cake autism awareness and support event

The afternoon will offer information, talks (from specialists some of whom are autistic themselves) and support on autism. Whether you just want to know more about autism generally or want to work in this area or know someone in the community who you want to support – maybe a friend, family member or a neighbour this information event could be for you.

When: Wednesday 6 April, 1pm – 4pm

Where: Lark Hall Children’s Centre

  • Information Stalls
  • Support
  • Awareness Workshops
  • Networking and Sharing Ideas

Please see flyer for full details or view this event in our events calendar.

Organisations supporting autism event

Other events taking place during World Autism Awareness Week

Get active stay, play and information session – Monday 4 April

Messy/sensory play and information session – Tuesday 5 April

Messy stay and play session – Wednesday 6 April

Music & movement and information session – Thursday 7 April

Coffee afternoon support session – Thursday 7 April

Find out more

If you are unable to come to our events but would like to find out more about Autism, please visit the National Autistic Society website.