April is full of Autism Friendly Screening opportunities
there will be more than 600 screenings across the country to celebrate World Autism Awareness Day. These include our usual Sunday screenings, as well as more chances to see films during the week! They can all be found here: http://yourlocalcinema.com/AFS.html We are working with the Cinema Exhibitors Association to organise the first ever dedicated […]
Arriva Trains Wales – The Orange Wallet Scheme
In partnership with local authorities and other public transport providers, Arriva Trains Wales is launching a new communication tool for passengers who may have difficulty with communication. The ‘Orange Wallet’ is one of a range of collaborative regional projects funded by the Welsh Government as part of the ‘All Wales ASD strategy’. It is intended […]
Our ASD Info Wales mobile site is now live!
You can easily visit our site via your smart phone or tablet to find all resources and access the ASD Aware Scheme!!!
March’s Autism Friendly Screenings
Please see below the films that will be shown during March at the following places: Cineworld: The Lego Movie 2D – Sunday March 2nd at 11am. Showcase: Mr Peabody and Sherman – Sunday March 9th at 10am. ODEON: The Lego Movie 2D – Sunday March 9th at 11.30am. Vue: Moshi Monsters – Sunday March 30th […]
Newport Bus joins wallet aid scheme – South Wales Argus
NEWPORT Bus has joined the Orange Wallet Scheme to help those with communication difficulties, including autism, cope with public transport. The scheme, is funded by the Welsh Government as part of the All Wales ASD strategy, and is intended to help people on the autistic spectrum, deaf people and those whose first language is not […]
February’s Autism Friendly Screenings
Please see below the details of February Autism Friendly Screenings for your information: – Cineworld: Mr Peabody and Sherman – Sunday February 2nd at 11am. Showcase: Walking with dinosaurs (1D) – Sunday February 9th at 10am. ODEON: Mr Peabody and Sherman – Sunday February 9th at 11.30am Vue: Walking with dinosaurs (1D) – Sunday […]
Care and support for people with autism must be improved, says NICE
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has issued standards to improve the quality of care and support for children, young people and adults with autism. The term autism describes differences and impairments in social interaction and social communication, combined with restricted interests and rigid and repetitive behaviours, often with a lifelong impact. […]
The Gallery on the Corner – Call for Artists for 2014 (notification from Autism Network Scotland)
The Gallery on the Corner is sending out a call for artists who would like to have their work exhibited in 2014! Following a very successful 2013, the Gallery is looking to work with even more artists over the next twelve months so if you, or anyone you know, fits the Gallery remit and is […]
January’s Autism Friendly Screenings
January’s films will be as follows: – Cineword: Frozen – Sunday January 5th at 11am. Showcase: Frozen – Sunday January 12th at 10am ODEON: Walking with dinosaurs (1D) – Sunday January 12th at 11.30am Vue: Free Birds – Sunday January 26th at 10am. As always, adjustments will be in place. These include: lights being left […]
January’s Autism Friendly Screenings
January’s films will be as follows: – Cineword: Frozen – Sunday January 5th at 11am. Showcase: Frozen – Sunday January 12th at 10am ODEON: Walking with dinosaurs (1D) – Sunday January 12th at 11.30am Vue: Free Birds – Sunday January 26th at 10am. As always, adjustments will be in place. These include: lights being left […]
Holly’s Ball – 21st June 2014 – Nominations by 31st December 2013
Please see below information about the 4th Holly's Ball event on 21st June 2014. Also the nomination categories for 2nd year of the Wales Autism Heroes Awards. Nominations close on the 31st December. Holly's Ball has done a fabulous job in promoting autism awareness over the past few years and with the addition of the […]
Autism and Employment
The Rewarding and Fulfilling Lives: the strategy for adults with autism in England is due to be reviewed by the end 2013. This event aims to assist in this review process by generating a discussion around one of the key targets of the strategy: Employment. In order to assist in this process we would like you to consider the […]
