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Dyspraxia support group

2010-06-16T11:25:25.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2010-07-05 19:30:00 BST
Duration: 7200
Where: Civic Offices, Barry
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Dyspraxia Support Group which meets in Barry. IT offers support to children and families with a range of disabilities and runs some great events. Contact Ellen 01446 738945. Meets the first Monday of every month (except for August) at the Civic Offices in Barry from 7.30pm. Anyone is welcome - parents, grandparents, carers, etc.

Inclusive performance workshop for disadvantaged youngsters

2010-06-07T09:15:43.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2010-08-02 10:00:00 BST
Duration: 21600
Where: The Gate, Keppoch Street, Roath, Cardiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Stagecoach are offering free places at their summer holiday workshop for youngsters with special educational, physical or financial needs. It’s a fantastic opportunity for young people to be introduced to the performing arts in an inclusive, fun and sympathetic way in a great venue with specially trained professional teachers and assistant teachers. This year students will benefit from 5 whole days, from 10am to 4pm (rather than 2 ½ hr daily sessions), in groups of no more than 40. A usual nominal fee of £10 each for the whole week will apply. A flyer is attached, which provides more details, but if you would prefer some hard copies, or indeed any further information about the work of our Charity, do please call Tina Taylor on 01932 256209 at any time, or you can speak to Mike McNulty, the Chief Executive, on 01932 256 223.

Independent Commission on Social Services

2010-07-05T08:09:30.000Z

When: Mon Jul 12, 2010

Where: All Nations Centre, Cardiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The Independent Commission on Social Services are inviting service users and their carers to meetings with the commission members. Refreshments will be provided at both venues and travel and subsistence expenses will be paid following completion of a form which will be processed by the Welsh Assembly Government. For further information about the events, please contact Sarah Austin on 029 2082 5852 or by email Sarah.Austin@wales.gsi.gov.uk.

Coping with transition - Parents Federation

2010-06-16T12:26:35.000Z

When: Tue Jun 22, 2010 10am to 2pm BST

Where: Welsh Institute of Sport, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Life is full of change. Throughout life we face challenges, threats and opportunities. With careful planning we can avoid many painful lessons and get the most from life. The Parents’ Federation is holding an event to look at how families can be better prepared to cope with the inevitable changes in life that their disabled sons and daughters will face. It is never too early to start planning for the future and having information on your choices is essential. In addition to presentations from speakers on a variety of transitional issues we shall have over 20 information stands with displays on a wide range of support services and opportunities. After informal presentations we shall have a buffet where you can visit the information displays, meet the speakers and learn more about services that interest you.

Coffee morning

2010-06-16T11:20:07.000Z

When: Wed Jun 23, 2010 10am to 12pm BST

Where: Sbectrwm, Bwlch Road, Fairwater, Cardiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The National Autistic Society Cardiff and the Vale Branch invites you to a coffee morning on Wednesday June 23rd, 10am – 12pm, at Sbectrwm, Bwlch Road, Fairwater. Informal discussion in a supportive environment. For further information or to confirm attendance, please contact Emma: 07985 205 894 mailto:emmajgray@ntlworld.com

Priory Coleg Wales - Open Day

2010-06-07T09:03:11.000Z

When: Wed Jun 16, 2010 2pm to 7pm BST

Where: Coleg Gwent, Pontypool Campus, Blaendare Road, Pontypool, NP4 5YE
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Priory Coleg Wales is a NEW specialist co-educational college for students aged 16 to 25 with Asperger's Syndrome and associated conditions. They would be delighted if you could join them at their Open Day on Wednesday 16th June when they will be welcoming learners, parents and carers of young people with Asperger's Syndrome to find out more about their facilities. It is an opportunity to find out more about what they do and how they meet the academic, social and emotional needs of young people with Asperger's Syndrome. Please find attached a brief overview of Priory Coleg Wales. If you would like to request a prospectus simply contact Melanie Lamb (details below). If you would like to attend the Open Day please do not hesitate to contact Melanie for further information or please feel free to turn up on the day. Melanie Lamb Priory Education Services Tel: 0161 904 5625 Internal ext: 1547 Mobile: 07827 893850 Fax: 0161 980 4322 melanielamb@priorygroup.com

Disability Pride

2010-05-25T09:15:16.000Z

When: Sat Jun 12, 2010 12pm to 7pm BST

Where: Cardiff Bay
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Disability Pride Cymru 2010 will be a fun filled family day out for everyone! It takes place in Cardiff’s Oval Basin (Roald Dahls Plass) on June 12th 2010. On stage will be the legendary HEAVY LOAD, supported by the award-winning Julie McNamara, JJ & Co, Unusual Stage School, Contagious Spirit, Kaite O’Reilly’s d Monologues, Batuwe Beatz, Vaguely Artistic (Odyssey Theatre and Community Music Wales) and UCAN Productions…all compèred by that inimitable star of stage and screen Mat Fraser. There will be a Circus Skills workshop, a Patua Dance workshop, a wonderful Storyteller (Giles Abbott) and a host of other activities in the marquee. Outside there will be children’s rides, more than 40 stalls offering information and advice, a bar for grown ups and ice cream for the kids plus a food piazza offering locally produced food and drink. More information: http://www.disabilitypridecymru.org.uk/

Carer's Day at Duffryn Gardens

2010-05-17T10:11:17.000Z

When: Tue Jun 15, 2010 10am to 3pm BST

Where: Duffryn Gardens
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The Vale of Glamorgan Council and its partners in the voluntary sector are supporting National Carers Week with a Carers Day at Duffryn Gardens Marquee on Tuesday 15th June 10 am - 3 pm. The week highlights the vital work done by those who provide unpaid care for someone who is ill, frail or disabled, for example a mother who cares for a disabled child, or a husband supporting a wife with Alzheimers. They could be providing support by doing someone's shopping and paying their bills, up to providing 24/7 support with medical needs and personal care. This year, the theme for the week is "a life of my own" . As such the organisers aim to provide carers with information on activities, hobbies, education, working and training courses to give them an opportunity for a life outside caring. This will be alongside information on support and services that will assist them as carers. The event has been growing steadily each year and over 100 carers attended in 2009. As well as information, carers will have a chance to relax and tour the gardens, get a break from their caring role, get advice on manual handling and have a therapy session. Many carers suffer due to a lack of understanding about what they do - some don't even recognise themselves as carers. This has a real and negative impact on their health, finances, working and social life, and general wellbeing. This year's Carers Week is supported by the actor Sir David Jason, who cared for his girlfriend before her death from breast cancer. Sir David said: "Having been a carer myself, I am all too aware of the huge burden on those who are looking after a loved one and the daily struggles they face. Carers really are the unsung heroes of our society and all too often they struggle to get the recognition they deserve. I'm proud to be part of Carers Week and lend my voice to the call for more support and services for carers".

Adult Life - Managing money: Help2! Parent Seminar

2010-02-25T11:50:10.000Z

When: Mon May 10, 2010 11am to 5pm BST

Where: Cardiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Practical advice relating to ASD and managing money, with information on employment, benefits, wills and financial help. Full details of the course contents can be found here. For any queries, or to book places, please contact 01792 325298 or david.protheroe@nas.org.uk

Hijinx Theatre at the Unity Festival

2010-05-17T10:06:49.000Z

When: Mon Jun 28, 2010 to Sun Jul 4, 2010

Where: Various venues
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Hijinx Theatre will be one of many groups appearing at this summer's Unity Festival, which boasts an exciting programme and which will be held at venues in Cardiff and Newport between 28 June and 4 July. The festival is supported by Mencap and there are loads of free events and workshops taking place throughout the week by companies who specialise in disability arts and inclusive arts.

Cross Party Autism Group

2010-04-19T13:06:47.000Z

When: Tue May 11, 2010 12pm to 1:15pm BST

Where: National Assembly for Wales
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The next meeting of the Cross Party Autism Group (CPAG) will take place on May 11th, 12.00noon - 1.15pm, at the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Conference Room 24. Professor Ian Stuart-Hamilton of the University of Glamorgan will report on the research into the circumstances and support needs of older people with autism which has been undertaken as part of the Welsh Assembly Government's Autism Spectrum Disorder Strategic Action Plan. Please confirm in advance if you would like a place at this meeting by emailing cpagwales@nas.org.uk or by telephoning 02920 629316 as numbers are strictly limited. I attach a copy of the research report for your information. In the interests of keeping Assembly Members engaged in the group, it would be helpful if you would contact your Assembly Members in advance of this meeting and ask them to attend. It is important to ensure that members of the Assembly are able to hear directly from people with autism, their families and professionals working in the field in order to help us influence change. You can find out who your Assembly Members are at www.wales.gov.uk More information: Rebecca Evans CPAG Secretary National Autistic Society Cymru Tel: 02920 629316

CPAG Reception - RSVP needed

2010-06-07T09:24:20.000Z

When: Tue Jul 6, 2010 5:45pm to 7:45pm BST

Where: Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Please find attached an invitation from Janet Ryder AM, Chair of the Cross Party Autism Group, to a reception to celebrate the work of the Cross Party Autism Group in Wales on 6th July 2010, 5.45pm, at the Pierhead Building in Cardiff Bay. There will be a series of very short speeches, and CPAG will be launching its new logo. Wine and canapés will be served. The Pierhead Building is about 200m from the Senedd Building. Directions can be found here: http://www.assemblywales.org/sen-home/sen-visiting/sen-access-how-to-get-to-us-3. Please confirm your attendance as soon as possible by emailing: cpagwales@nas.org.uk

Common toileting difficulties in children with autism: Help!2 seminar

2010-05-04T12:59:15.000Z

When: Wed May 12, 2010 10am to 2:30pm BST

Where: Fuscia Way, Rogerstone, Newport
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: This seminar will look at how having an Autism Spectrum Disorder can lead to various toileting difficulties. We will also discuss the general process of toilet training and look at the difficulties that children with an ASD may experience regarding toileting including constipation, smearing, fear of using the toilet and the sensory issues associated with this. Parents will gain a better understanding of how the ASD diagnosis impacts on these difficulties as well as a number of tips and strategies to help minimise the problems. The seminar is specifically aimed at those parents/carers with children aged 3 -16 years of age who have a diagnosis of autism, Asperger’s syndrome or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Seminar delivered by - Suzie Franklin and Jo Parry, help! Programme Officer Wednesday 12th May 2010 Fuscia Way, Rogerstone, Newport, Gwent NP10 9LZ 10am – 2.30pm (Tea/coffee from 9.45am)

Autism in Wales Project - consultation day

2010-06-07T09:26:04.000Z

When: Thu Jul 8, 2010 10am to 1pm BST

Where: UWIC Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff, CF23 6XD
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The National Autistic Society Cymru (NAS Cymru) would like to invite you to a consultation day to hear your views on: how things can be improved in Wales for people with autism; where there are gaps in support and services; and any good practice that exists across Wales. We are keen to hear from individuals with autism, their parents, carers, families and professionals. Your views will help plan an NAS Cymru campaign for 2011, which will focus on what can be improved for people with autism in Wales. If you would like to attend one of these events, please reserve a place by emailing campaignwales@nas.org.uk or phoning 029 20 629 314. Attendance is free, and lunch will be provided, but please note that spaces are limited. There will also be other opportunities for you to share your views over the coming months.

Spectrum Ball

2010-05-25T09:11:43.000Z

When: Thu Sep 30, 2010 7pm to 12am BST

Where: Picadilly Hotel, London
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The Autism Research Trust is fundraising for the Autism Research Centre and the National Autistic Society by holding the Spectrum Ball at the Piccadilly Hotel in Park Lane in London on 30th September, 2010. The event will be hosted by Jools Holland and will star his musical guests and include a black tie banquet. We are hoping you will be able to support much needed fundraising for autism research by buying a pair of tickets (at £200 per ticket) or preferably a whole table (10 tickets at £2000). Should you want to purchase a ticket, please send a cheque (payable to The Autism Research Trust) with a covering note to: Autism Research Trust, Douglas House, 18B Trumpington Road,Cambridge CB2 8AH. Should you have any further questions, please email info@autismresearchtrust.com or visit the website at www.autismresearchtrust.com. If you are interested in getting involved in fundraising for the ARC more generally, you are warmly encouraged to put yourself forward to join the Fundraising Committee. Please contact info@autismresearchtrust.com

Strategies to Support Young People with Asperger Syndrome: Cambrian Group Free Seminar

2010-02-25T11:10:58.000Z

When: Tue Apr 27, 2010 10:30am to 3:30pm BST

Where: Birmingham
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Enhancing family life, behavioural support strategies and finding an appropriate school. Full course details and booking information can be found here.

SEN & the law: Free information evening run by Sinclairs Solicitors

2010-05-04T12:55:11.000Z

When: Fri May 7, 2010 7:30pm to 9:30pm BST

Where: Newport YMCA >> Conference Centre
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Sinclairs Solicitors specialise in Special Educational Needs and Education Law. They are organising a free information evening for parents advising them on Special Educational Needs and the law. The seminar will also cover other educational law issues which are relevant for children with SEN such as the law in relation to bullying and disability discrimination This is a free information evening presented by members of the firm's nationally recognised education department. The firm's members will be on hand to answer any questions both during and after the event. It is being held from 7.30pm on Fri 7th May 2010 at Newport YMCA Conference Centre, Mendalgief Road, Newport NP20 2HF. If any members wish to book a place they should call 02920 706444 or visit www.sinclairslaw.co.uk for further details. It's hoped that these seminars will empower parents by informing them as to their child's rights and the duties owed by public bodies and schools to their child. If you have any queries regarding this email please do not hesitate to contact Chris Martin at our offices on 02920 388398.

Pub night - The Mason's Arms

2010-04-19T13:03:28.000Z

When: Wed Apr 28, 2010 8pm to 11pm BST

Where: The Mason's Arms, Whitchurch, Cardiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: The branch's next informal get-together at the pub has been arranged for Wenesday 28th April. We will meet for a drink, from 8pm onwards, at The Mason's Arms, Manor Way, Whitchurch All are welcome. For any further information please contact Anne Jackson annebjackson@hotmail.com or Tel: 07906 276183 We hope to see you there. Anne and Jenny on behalf of the NAS Cardiff and The Vale Branch

Tony Attwood Workshop: NAS Isle of Man Branch

2010-02-25T11:52:43.000Z

When: Tue May 25, 2010 to Wed May 26, 2010

Where: Isle of Man
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Two day workshop lead by leading autism practitioner, covering managing feelings, cognitive abilities, girls and women with Aspergers Syndrome, and co-morbidity. Leaflet and booking details.