WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?
Midlothian Council’s autism strategy ‘Two Trumpets’ was developed from the personal experience of local people, parents and practitioners who spoke …
Contribute to Research on ‘The Impact of Coronavirus to those on the autism spectrum’
Help contribute to research on ‘The impact of Coronavirus to those on the autism spectrum’ a dissertation by Masters student …
Read: Amazing Autistic Teachers E-Booklet
A free e-booklet to help all those involved in school education understand, value and appreciate the advantages autistic teachers can …
Important space in Midlothian: Chris’s House Dalkeith
An important space in Midlothian, highlighted by midspace.co.uk – Midlothian’s Mental Health Information Website “Chris’s House Dalkeith is now open. …
Have your say: Midlothian HSCP Autism Strategic Plan Consultation
Have your say in how we plan, design and deliver services for Autistic people over the next three years. Take …
Join – ‘Autism and Sex Education’ Webinar
Time12:00pm to 1:00pm Date 7th September 2021 Location Online Price Free Come along to our webinar where Peter Vermeulen, from …
Join: PASDA for the Midlothian Support Group
Join Pasda for the Midlothian Support Group for Carers of Autistic Adults for a meet up on 22nd September. Fourth …
Submit your films: Oska Bright Film Festival
Enter your film and be part of one of the boldest film festivals in the world! We’re looking for films …
Fund: The Access to All Arts Fund
Apply until noon on the 13 September. The Access All Arts Fund has been created to support 11–26 year-olds with …
Watch and Learn: Short Film and Toolkit from the Autistic Self Advocacy Network
A wonderful toolkit created by CommunicationFIRST, the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, and the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint in an …
Join: ‘Girls and autism: a hidden minority’ webinar
Friday 27th August 10.30am About this event Girls with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are often overlooked, under-diagnosed and less likely …
Join: Online Training ‘Self Directed Support’
Join VOCAL Midlothian on Tuesday 31 August, from 10.30-11.30am for an online session on Self-Directed Support. We will cover SDS …
Join – Webinar: ‘Can you teach me ask I am?’
This webinar is not to be missed for anyone with an interest in the future of autism-friendly, inclusive education. Join …
Join – Online Training: Creating inclusive settings, engaging neurodivergent children
Tuesday 17th August Join this free event for individuals and organisations working within the Scottish Youth Arts Sector – Tuesday …
Watch: Mind the Gap’s ‘A Little Space’
Mind the Gap is one of Europe’s leading theatre companies. Creating bold, cutting edge, world-class performance and live art events …
Read – Libby Scott: ‘My autism diagnosis stopped me hating myself’
An autism diagnosis allowed Libby Scott to finally understand herself. Since then she’s written three books to share her experiences. …
Watch/Read: Jessi’s story: Starting secondary school with autism
12-year-old Jessi is at school in Plymouth and has an extraordinary way of dealing with her emotions. Because of her …
Do: Sense Scotland – Be Playful
Play – at any age – is great for everyone’s health and wellbeing. Get messy and fire up those senses … …
Listen: ‘I fear for the safety of my black autistic son’
Melissa Simmonds is black and autistic, as are her children. In this episode she talks about the anxiety she feels …
Read: The Minefield Of Post-Lockdown Dating As An Autistic Person
I have four dates coming up this weekend. One each evening from Thursday to Sunday. I know this sounds like …
Watch: BBC – ‘Autism and Strong Man go together’ says World’s Strongest Man
Tom Stoltman has become the first Scot to win the World’s Strongest Man title. The 6ft 8in, 397lb (180kg) athlete from …
Do: Scottish Book Trust Sensory Art Project
Let there be dragons: a tactile and sensory art project Dragons exist in many cultures all over the world and …
Read: 10 reasons people with autism struggle with friendships
10 reasons people with autism struggle with friendships Social interactions can be baffling for people on the autism spectrum. They …
Listen: Emoji Powered Jukebox for Mental Health
The world’s first emoji powered jukebox is back, with loads of smart new features and playlists that’ll have you feeling …
Do: Wildlife Walk for Carers
Wildlife Walk – 17th August 12.30pm Join the team at Dynamic Earth for a gentle stroll around Holyrood Park and Parliament Gardens. Holyrood Park is …
Understand: Easy Read Guide to Level 0 in Scotland
Check out this helpful easy read document about what Level 0 means for Scotland from People First (Scotland).
