01 May 2025

Durham Autism Support Hub

Durham Autism Support Hub

For parents / carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of autism.
Children must be living in Durham.

One to one appointments

These appointments are for families that have questions or would like to discuss any issues in confidence.

These appointments are available between 9-10am and 1-3pm and must be pre-booked.

Supporting your autistic child workshop

The workshop will cover:

worries and action planning
common misconceptions
differences in autistic children
practical strategies to use in everyday life

These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked

To book please contact Rebecca Weatherstone on
0191 410 9974 or rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk

Dates and Venues:

Stanley Family Hub, Clifford Road, DH9 0AB
1st May, 5th June and 3rd July

Willington Family Hub, Chapel Street, DL15 0EQ
8th May, 12th June and 10th July

Start:

May 1, 2025 9:00 am

End:

May 1, 2025 3:00 pm

More scheduled dates

Fees & Tickets

Free

This event has no entrance fee

Event Venue

Address:

Various

GPS:

-

5 Scheduled Dates

Organizer

North East Autism Society

Telephone:

Email:

rebecca.welch@ne-as.org.uk

Web:

https://www.ne-as.org.uk

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