AUTISM CONCERN

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Autism Concern is a charity which provides support and options to people affected by all forms of autism in gaining independence and control of their lives.

LATEST NEWS

Running order has changed from 17th May, please check below for times.

We cordially invite all members and supporters to our

Annual General Meeting and Seminar on 1st June 2012

An opportunity to hear more about the work of Autism Concern followed by:

Autism: Exploding the Myths
by
Dr Luke Beardon

Dr Luke Beardon has been working as a practitioner and consultant in the field of autism and Asperger syndrome for around twenty years and is currently Senior Lecturer at the Autism Centre, Sheffield Hallam University. He has a particular interest in individuals with autism who have broken the law and provides consultancy around the country. A charismatic and entertaining speaker, who will challenge current thinking on the nature of autism.

PLUS Guest Speakers

Elaine Nicholson of Action for Asperger's

and

Chris Fry of Unity Law

9.30am - 1.30pm with Networking Lunch

at King's Park Conference Centre, King's Park Road, Moulton Park, Northampton, NN3 6LL

Parent Volunteers

We Need You!
We are looking for Parent Volunteers to support the redesign of the way Education, Health & Social Care provide for children and & young people.

Together with Leicester City, Northamptonshire are one of the 30 pathfinder groups working with the government on development of the new systems for Special Educational Needs & Disability.

If you have some time to share your views, be involved in discussions or even take part in planning meetings and training,

Please contact for more information:

Gywn Botterill
Northamptonshire Parent Partnership Services
01604 636111
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Expenses for involvement will be covered.

Terry Arnold Memorial Lecture - June 2012

THURSDAY 14th JUNE 2012 at the University of Northampton
Boughton Green Road, Northampton
Holdenby Lecture Theatre
7.30pm

Title: "The Road to Success, Driving with Autism"

Speaker: Julia Malkin MBE

Julia Malkin MBE is a highly qualified driving instructor, who specialises in teaching individuals with ASD. She was awarded her MBE in The Queen's New Year's Honour's List 2011 for "Services to People with Special Needs". She is increasingly asked to provide consultation and advice with regards to the needs of people with autism, contributing to teaching courses at Nottingham Trent University and to the design of a proposed Special School with the emphasis on the needs of Pupils on the autistic spectrum.

New ADHD & AS Dual Diagnosis Provision in Northamptonshire

AUTISM CONCERN LAUNCHES NEW Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder [ADHD] & Asperger Syndrome [AS] DUAL DIAGNOSIS PROVISION IN NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

Welcome to the new ADHD and AS Dual Diagnosis support provision available through Autism Concern for Northamptonshire under our 'ADHD Matters' network. Julie Hawkins and Jill Lees, formerly with British Red Cross Action for ADHD, have recently joined Autism Concern as a specialist team to supprt the c. 380 known families affected by ADHD/AS in the County.

Initially whilst we build the support programmes going forward, we can offer advice, information and guidance on all ADHD matters, so please contact our Free Helpline on 0808 808 9090 (10am - 2pm Mon - Fri).

You can also contact Julie Hawkins directly on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or text on 07930 052827 or go to her Facebook: 'Julie ADHD Hawkins'. We also offer One to One support in Northampton where you can arrange to come in for a coffee and a chat with Julie at Autism Concern's offices in Burlington House on the Wellingborough Road.