Mental Health and Wellbeing of Autistic Adults During Covid-19: a research study
The coronavirus outbreak has had a huge impact on all of our lives, but for autistic people it may present particular challenges. Researchers at Cardiff University want to find out how restrictions like social distancing are affecting the mental health and wellbeing of autistic adults. We hope this research will help services to support […]
Yoga, Mindfulness and Autism
Have you tried yoga? Great for your physical and mental health. Click on the link below to watch a short video from Urban Zen Yoga & Movement that will guide you through a short physical practice that includes breathing and meditation. https://www.facebook.com/UrbanZenYogaMovement/
National Autism Team Reflect on World Autism Awareness Week 2020
World Autism Awareness Week 2020 Last year, the National Autism Team was in the thick of facilitating and hosting the very first National Autism Conference in Wales, as part of World Autism Awareness Week 2019. Many months of preparation and co-production in the planning and running of a free conference for autistic adults culminated in […]
WLGA PRESS RELEASE – New guidance launched to help Housing professionals to support autistic people
A new guide has been launched today to help professionals working in housing to better understand the needs of autistic people in gaining access to housing services. Autistic people have consistently identified challenges in seeking appropriate housing services help and support due to a lack of understanding of the condition and their individual needs. A […]
WLGA PRESS RELEASE – New guide launched to encourage autism friendly work-based training opportunities
A new guide designed to help work-based training providers to support autistic people has been launched in Cardiff today. Developed by the National Autism Team in partnership with the National Training Federation for Wales and a number of providers, funded by Welsh Government, the guide comes in response to a need identified by autistic people […]
WRITTEN STATEMENT BY THE WELSH GOVERNMENT – Improvements in autism services
When the Assembly debated autism services this July, Members acknowledged that services are improving and Members wanted to see our reforms being delivered at pace. In April, I issued a Written Statement about the areas where we are making progress. I committed to the publication of the independent evaluation on the Integrated Autism Service […]
WLGA Press Release – Consultation period extended for South East Wales sensory and communication support service review
Extra time has been given for an independent review into the delivery of South East Wales’ regional sensory and communication service to gather more evidence from relevant stakeholders. Known as SENCOM, the service is currently delivered regionally across Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Newport, Monmouthshire and Torfaen. It supports additional learning needs in specialised areas including speech, […]
WLGA Press Release – Another productive year for the National Autism Team
The National Autism Team’s Annual Report 2018/19 has been published today, showing the breadth of the work completed throughout Wales. Formerly named the National ASD Development Team, the National Autism Team has undertaken a range of work programmes to help raise awareness and understanding of autism and support autistic people and their families and carers. […]
NEWS RELEASE: WMC HOSTS ITS FIRST MAJOR ‘RELAXED PERFORMANCE’ WITH MADAGASCAR THE MUSICAL
Wales Millennium Centre will present its first relaxed performance of a large-scale musical in the main 1,800 seat Donald Gordon Theatre this summer. The matinee performance of Madagascar The Musical on Thursday 8th August 2019 is specially designed for people who may find going to the theatre challenging, including those with an autistic spectrum condition, […]
WLGA Press Release – “Inspirational” role of parents and carers of autistic children recognised for Carers’ Week
As part of Carers’ Week this year, Councillor Huw David (Bridgend) WLGA Spokesperson for Health and Social Care has recognised the remarkable role played by parents and carers of autistic children. Councillor David said: “Being a parent or carer is an inspirational role which requires unwavering empathy, devotion and commitment – and for no-one is […]
Cardiff University News – Award for system that helps professionals spot signs of child autism
A system that helps professionals spot the signs of autism in children has been crowned ‘People’s Choice’ at Cardiff University’s Innovation and Impact (I&I) Awards. Researchers from the School of Psychology worked with Welsh Government, the Welsh Local Government Association and Public Health Wales to develop SIGNS – an acronym to help frontline specialists recognise […]
Cardiff University News – Award for system that spots SIGNS of autism
A system that helps medical professionals spot the signs of autism in children has won an award for innovation. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a life-long neurodevelopmental condition usually diagnosed in early childhood. However, medical professionals can miss early signs of ASD, leading to delays in referral, diagnosis and crucial support at school and home. […]
