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A group for women in the North East (18+) with learning disabilities and/or autism. Make new friends, do new things and feel safe whilst doing so. Anyone who identifies as a women is welcome.
Trips out, coffee morning, pamper sessions and MORE.
There is no cost to attend the group. On days where there are entry fees, ticket costs, or food and drinks, group members much pay for themselves.
Email andrea.mullen@skillsforpeople.org.uk or call 0191 281 8737 to learn more.
andrea.mullen@skillsforpeople.org.uk
0191 281 8737
Geordie Mums is a self-advocacy, social and supportive group for Mums with a learning disability and autistic Mums.
The group meets once a month, on a Wednesday morning.
The group always welcomes new members. To find out more, or to talk about joining the group, please get in touch by phone or email.
information@skillsforpeople.org.uk
0191 281 8737
Masquer-Aid is a programme for young people aged 11-25 who have recently found out they are neurodivergent or are waiting for a diagnosis. They will take part in a 12-week programme where they learn about what it means to be neurodivergent and talk about shared experiences.
masquer-aid@children-ne.org.uk
0191 246 6913
Come along to these friendly coffee mornings. These are for parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Have a nice cup of tea or coffee, and chat with other parents. You can also find out about what support is available in Newcastle.
There are several coffee mornings that take place once a month in Newcastle. See the 2025 summer timetable below for upcoming coffee mornings:
information@skillsforpeople.org.uk
0191 281 8737
We offer direct and indirect speech and language therapy input for young people in further education, who have speech and language therapy agreed in their educational health care plan (EHCP).
This may include students who have autism, learning difficulties or hearing impairment as well as a wide range of speech, language and communication difficulties.
AFK helps disabled children and young people to live independent and fulfilling lives.
info@my-afk.org
020 8347 8111
We are one of the UK’s leading providers of mental health services who work both privately and with the NHS to help people and families experiencing mental and emotional difficulties to get better.
Get professional support from the UK's leading mental health, autism, and ADHD service.
help@clinical-partners.co.uk
0203 326 9160, For Adults 020 3326 9160, For Children 020 3761 7026
Easy Health has over 390 health guides with pictures and simple words. These guides help people who find reading hard to understand health information better. It can help people with learning disabilities.
GriffinOT helps children to achieve their full potential by equipping the adults around them with the tools they need to help. This includes supporting educators, parents, and other professionals.
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Living Made Easy is brought to you by the DLF, the charity previously known as the Disabled Living Foundation. Since 1969 the DLF has been providing free impartial advice and information on solutions, gadgets, adaptations and aids to make life easier. We are continuing our mission to maximise your lifestyle, adding life to years through practical advice.
Newcastle and Gateshead Step Up Hub service is for men and women over the age of 18 years who need some specialist support to live in the community.
0191 287 5060
Rehab Jigsaw provides independent occupational therapy services throughout the UK. We have an experienced, professional team delivering bespoke yet cost effective solutions. We work with clients experiencing the effects of illness or injury upon their ability to complete day to day activities at home, work or in education. Rehab Jigsaw was established by Occupational Therapists and is managed by Occupational Therapists. This service is provided externally to the NHS.
durham@rehabjigsaw.co.uk
03333 440783
We are a passionate and caring Deaf-led team working towards a future where there are no barriers to good health and wellbeing for Deaf people. We partner with the NHS and service providers across the country. We are one of the UK’s largest employers of Deaf people, and most hearing staff in our projects and services are fluent sign language users. We have a page about the support we can give to young people. Check it out here: Are you a deaf young person? - SignHealth
info@signhealth.org.uk, da@signhealth.org.uk
Text or WhatsApp/Facetime 07970 350 366 or text 88802 with the message 121SIGN, 020 3947 2601
Disabled Children’s RegisterBy law we are required to keep a Disabled Children’s Register. We use it to help us improve services now and in the future. By being on the register you will be kept informed of what services are available and how you can get involved if you want to. Joining the register is voluntary but if you register your child we will:
disabled.childrens.register@newcastle.gov.uk
Chapel Mediation and Consultancy Services provides specialist services to Local Authorities, Academy Schools, Maintained Schools, Services and Charities. I have 23 years experience working in the area of Special Educational Needs working with families, schools and Local Authorities to ensure children and young people have the support they need in order to progress. I have also undertaken the NEPPS Education Law Programme.
suehall113@gmail.com
07792227526
Ambitious about Autism has a rapidly growing online Ambitious Youth Network to enable more autistic young people to have their voices heard. Through the network, autistic young people between the ages of 16 to 25 can share experiences, connect with others, have their say on Ambitious about Autism’s projects as well as access a range of opportunities to advocate and improve services for autistic young people.
info@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk
020 8815 5444
What we doWe produce evidence-based short films and factsheets to help teachers, parents, carers and others working with children to help recognise any potential mental health issues in Primary School aged children. These are freely available on our website Nip in the Bud.
hello@nipinthebud.org
EXPERTS FROM POLICE, LOCAL AUTHORITIES, HEALTH AND PARTNER AGENCIES CAN HELP ADULT AND CHILD VICTIMS OF:
Contact staff in the Exploitation Hub on: 0191 437 5589
What is Makaton? Makaton is a unique language programme that uses symbols, signs and speech to enable people to communicate. It supports the development of essential communication skills such as:
It is designed to support spoken language and the signs and symbols are used with speech, in spoken word order.
info@makaton.org
01276 606 760
New online mental health service launches in Newcastle and Gateshead
0330 174 3174
Our StoryDaisy Chain provides a range of support services to autistic children and adults, either with a diagnosis or who are undergoing the diagnostic process, their parents/carers and their siblings. Daisy Chain began life in 2003 as the dream of its founder, Lesley Hanson, whose son Jacob was diagnosed as autistic at an early age.
support@daisychainproject.co.uk
General enquiries: 01642 531248
A quiet room for you and your child to relax with various sensory items. The room includes
To book your 1 hour session please phone or email. Please note that the room is only small. Only two households are allowed on one booking.
bookings@nunsmoorcentretrust.com
0191 2774400
For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle.
Supporting your autistic child workshop These sessions will cover:
We have the following dates available:
rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk
0191 410 9974
For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle. Supporting your autistic child workshop These sessions will cover:
These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked.
rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk
0191 410 9974
For parents/carers of children who are on the diagnostic pathway or post diagnosis of Autism. Children must be living in Newcastle.
Supporting your autistic child workshop These sessions will cover:
These sessions will run 10-12 and must be pre-booked.
kerrie.highcock@ne-as.org.uk, rebecca.weatherstone@ne-as.org.uk
0191 410 9974
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