NAS BRANCH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING DATES

2012

June 15th (AGM)

July 6th

September 7th

October 5th

November 9th

December 7th

Visit www.autism.org.uk

to find an event that you wish to attend to join in the celebrations.
The Early Bird Team are holding an event on the 4th of July at Cannon Hall Farm in Barnsley

Autism Alert Card

The Autism Alert Card is a card that enables those that carry it to identify themselves to workers in emergency services as having an Autism Spectrum Disorder (This includes Autism and Asperger syndrome)

It has been designed by The National Autistic Society in Yorkshire with South Yorkshire Police to be recognised by their officers but can be used to show personnel from other emergency services such as fire officers and ambulance staff.

You may also find it useful to show to hospital staff or in other situations where you want to inform public service staff about your autism.

To read more information and download a copy of the application form please click here

Welcome to the Rotherham Branch of

The National Autistic Society

This website is specifically designed to provide helpful information,advice and support to families, friends and the autistic community in the Rotherham area.

This site will be regularly updated with News and forthcoming
Events you can get involved in, details of local and national fundraising activities and much more.

NAS Branch Support Group meetings

For parent/carers of children with ASD

1pm – 2.30pm

For adults with ASD and their families/support person

2.30 - 4pm

Held one Friday per month

(term-time only)

The Holiday Inn

West Bawtry Road

Rotherham

S60 4NA

(opposite Dunelm Mills)

There are plenty of free parking spaces

FUNDRAISING CONCERT

A Concert in aid of The Rotherham NAS Branch and the Full Life Church is being organised by Cllr. Keith Stringer.
It is to be held on 26th May 2012 at the Full Life Church, High st, Maltby.

It starts at 7.30pm.

The concert is being performed by 'The Ancient Brettons' (more information

can be found on these by googling ' Ancient Brettons').

Refreshments will be available.

Tickets cost £6 each and are available by contacting Cllrs. Keith and Carol Stringer on 01709 818213 or 01709 816582.

Tickets also will be available on the door. It is best to purchase in advance as demand is expected to be high.

The National Autistic Society celebrates

its 50th Anniversary!

Happy Birthday NAS from all the Rotherham Branch volunteers and members!

Our very own Branch Treasurer Russell Wells travelled to 10 Downing Street

to celebrate the occasion!

Mark Lever, Chief Executive of The National Autistic Society, said:

Over the last 50 years the NAS has helped lead the way in providing services and campaigning for a better world for people living with autism. The progress the charity has made is due to our many supporters across the UK dedicating themselves to making a difference for autism every day. Our thanks go out to all of them.

The charity started in 1962 when a small group of friends met in north London, frustrated at the lack of understanding and help available for them and their children with autism. With more than 20,000 members, today the NAS is UK’s leading charity for people affected by autism.

We are proud of what we have achieved and we look forward to continue making a difference over the next 50 years.

Rotherham Think Autism Group

Are you the parent /carer of a child diagnosed with Autism / Asperger’s Syndrome?
Have you been discharged from CAMHS / CDC services?
Would you like someone to talk to about issues around autism?

‘Think Autism’ Family Advice Sessions

We are pleased to offer sessions of one hour to provide friendly and professional advice around a range of issues which may be affecting you or your family.

The sessions will be available by appointment only and will take place
at Kimberworth Place, Kimberworth Road, Rotherham S61 1HE

We hold these sessions on alternate Wednesdays and have hour long slots available from;
10.00am -11.00am
11.00am -12.00pm
2.00pm-3.00pm
3.00pm-4.00pm
5.00pm-6.00pm
6.00pm-7.00pm
The sessions will be facilitated by professionals from a range of agencies including: C.A.M.H.S., Autism Communication Team, CAMHS Learning Difficulties Specialist Support Team & CDC.

No age restrictions

This programme is available following a diagnosis of ASD/Asperger’s and discharge from CAMHS / CDC services

To book - please contact:
Bridget Dawson Tel: 336404
Email: bridget.dawson@rotherham.gov.uk

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Clubs & Activities ETC

Chat 'n' Chill Youth Club

Young people aged 13 - 19yrs

Diagnosed with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Tuesdays

At Chislett Youth & Community Centre

Kimberworth Park Road

Thursdays

At Maltby Linx Youth Centre

50p per session

For more details ring ACT on

01709 336421 or 01709 336422

NAS Rotherham Branch

Fortnightly Bowling

Time 5.30pm meet to bowl at 5.45pm

It is for one game of bowling and a children's meal.

The young person with a

diagnosis of an Autistic

Spectrum Condition is funded. There is no minimum age.

Any other family members

are very welcome to come

and bowl as well. Additional people are charged at the rate of £2.50 per person.

We do need you to book

your young persons place in advance please as places are limited. Also let us

know how many additonal people will be bowling.

You can email us back booking

places or text or phone us

on 07554439427

or 01 709 320173

NAS Bowling Dates

June 15th & 29th

July 13th

Rotherham ASD Parent Training Programme

The Programme consists of 6 workshops each covering a different aspect of Autism / Asperger’s Syndrome.

Each workshop lasts approximately 2 hours and will be delivered once a fortnight.

Topics covered include:

Understanding Autism

Communication and Interaction

Analysing Behaviour (Practical Strategies)
The Social World (Social Skills/Social Stories)
Problem Solving: Common Issues

(including sleeping, toileting, outingsetc.)Moving On (Support Services, Transition)

The programme will be delivered by professionals from a range of agencies including: Educational Psychology,

C.A.M.H.S., Autism Communication Team, Speech and Language Therapy & Specialist Support Team.

No age restrictions

Open referral system

This programme is available following a diagnosis of ASD/Asperger’s

For further details please contact:
Bridget Dawson Tel: 336404
Email: bridget.dawson@rotherham.gov.uk

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