A FREE workshop series dedicated to supporting family members and carers of autistic adults and children.

Act for Autism | Free Autism Support in Coventry

Act for Autism in collaboration with Coventry and Warwickshire Mind are offering a series of Warwickshire County Council commissioned workshops as part of the Community Autism Support Service (CASS). Act for Autism is a social enterprise providing unique insights into autism through specialist workshops and coaching.

The following courses are available free of charge - both in person and online:

Course One - Isolation and anxiety of autistic adults - A workshop exploring isolation and anxiety of autistic adults aged 18+ aimed at family members/partners/informal carers.

Course Two - Exploring independence and advocacy of autistic adults - A workshop exploring independence and advocacy of autistic adults aged 18+ aimed at family members/partners/informal carers.

Course Three - Transitional training for professionals - A workshop focussing on transitions between educational and/or organisational settings, for families and/or professionals working with autistic individuals.

Course Four - Connecting with autistic girls - A workshop on autism in girls for families and/or professionals.

Course Five - Gender identity - A facilitated session to explore gender issues faced by autistic individuals and their families. If your child or the person you are supporting is concerned or curious about their gender this is a useful session for your to discuss yours or their concerns.

Course Six - Understanding autism: training for family members/informal carers of adults of 18-25 yrs - A facilitated session supporting your understanding of your young person’s diagnosis. This session will help parents and carers understand the condition and therefore help the young person identify confidently with their autism.

For dates and bookings please visit the Eventbrite page

If you have any queries or questions regarding the Act for Autism courses, please call 024 7663 1835 or email autismsupport@cwmind.org.uk