Programme for Neurodivergent Young People aged 11-25

A peer support group for people who have recently found out they are neurodivergent, or are waiting for diagnosis. Referral only.

Referrals to Masquer-Aid should be made through the NHS Newcastle and Gateshead Children and Young People's Service (CYPS), who can be contacted by their website, telephone 0191 246 6913 or freephone 0800 652 2864.

Tuesday 5th August 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 2nd September 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 7th October 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 4th November 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm
Tuesday 2nd December 2025, 1.30pm to 3pm

We can support you if your child (aged 5 to 11) are waiting for a neurodevelopmental assessment.

We are running Monthly Cuppa and Cake Parent Support drop-ins for parents and carers both in Metrocentre Community Hub in Gateshead and Gosforth Civic Centre.

If you need support accessing your eVisa, help is available from Migrant Help UK

We deliver support in the Northeast with eVisa, which is digital proof of immigration status and is replacing physical immigration documents like BRP, stickers in the passport, etc. Migrant Help is supporting vulnerable clients who may find it difficult to manage transition process themselves. We also support with reporting any errors related to eVisa account or help with contacting Home Office regarding setting up UKVI or obtaining UKVI customer number.