Our Services and Support
South West Autism Support Services is based in Devon, UK. We offer a wide range of bespoke services to families and professionals across the South West of the UK. We have Over 20 years experience of supporting young people within a range of settings including mainstream and special schools/colleges, own homes, residential trips and local communities. We provide a wide range of services for parents/carers children and professionals.
We are a fee paying service. Please email for copy of our current price list.
South West Autism CIC is a not for profit company which relies on funding and grants to help provide our support groups for parents/carers and children.
We are a fee paying service. Please email for copy of our current price list.
South West Autism CIC is a not for profit company which relies on funding and grants to help provide our support groups for parents/carers and children.
Quality of services
If you have any concerns regarding our services please contact us on southwestautism@gmail.com.
Safeguarding
If you have any concerns relating to safeguarding please contact mashsecure@devon.gov.uk
If you have any concerns regarding our services please contact us on southwestautism@gmail.com.
Safeguarding
If you have any concerns relating to safeguarding please contact mashsecure@devon.gov.uk
Support Services
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Discovery Groups We run social and communication groups in Exeter to support children aged from 10 make friendships, take part in a variety of activities and help build their self- esteem and confidence. Parent support is also provided and professionals are invited to come along and provide information related to autism. After attending for a period of time some children are able to join our weekend groups and take part in an organised activity such as kayaking, bowling, archery or segway and go out for a meal together. The aim of this is to promote friendships and independence. Chill Club This group runs one Saturday afternoon a month and gives the children aged 9 to 15 a chance to relax and chill after a long week at school. They have a range of resources to use and can do as much or as little as they wish. Each session we choose a local restaurant or café to eat together. Training in autism for parents and professionals Lisa is a very experienced and accomplished trainer in the field of autism. She regularly runs courses for parents and support professionals. Courses range from Level 1 awareness of autism to Level 3 which is a more in depth look into why behaviours occur and strategies to cope with them. In addition to providing information, workshops also give adults the opportunity to meet with others facing similar challenges. South West Autism also offer bespoke autism training to schools and colleges adapted to the individual needs of the establishment. Training is available to Sendcos, teachers and support staff. Parent Support We offer support to parents who need to make sense of their child's behaviours and difficulties. Practical help given to parents whose child is diagnosed or awaiting diagnosis. Girls Group
We have 2 Girls Groups that meet once a month on a Saturday. This is for girls aged 11 – 17 years old and aims to provide support on issues such as friendships, puberty, personal hygiene, staying safe (online and in general). A firm diagnosis of autism spectrum condition is not required.
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Tutor/Mentoring
We are able to support young people who struggle with the social and sensory demands of education. Some are in special schools, others in mainstream or on part time timetables whilst some children are home educated. Our support services include advisory and training for professionals, developing coping strategies for the child and offering off site education (by our qualified teacher). We aim to develop a young person's self-esteem, social understanding and confidence along with academic success. Our qualified teacher specialises in building the confidence of children in maths and literacy. This can be in small groups (max 4) or 1-1. Also homework club is available for small groups for those who need confidence boosting. Enabling 1-1 (Developing social, independence and life skills) We provide children aged 8 and over the opportunity to experience activities in a variety of environments dependent on their needs. We are very experienced helping children and young people develop social,life and independence skills. We work closely with the young person to plan a programme to help them increase confidence in areas such as shopping, budgeting and using public transport. We also support them with their social skills and understanding by demonstrating and talking through various social scenarios and role play. Enabling costs are from £30 per hour + Vat. Need to Know Project
“Need to Know" is a programme for young males aged 11-15 and 16-18. These sessions aim to provide social sexual understanding , advice and guidance to males in small group settings. Focus will be on puberty and sexual understanding including vulnerability. It is our experience that young people often have a understanding of the biology of becoming an adult but with little experience and knowledge of the social "requirements" that comes with it.
Sessions are held in Exeter and each programme will be for 6 sessions. Autism and Me
This is a weekly discussion group for young people to safely talk about their views of having a diagnosis of ASD as we are aware some young people struggle and feel socially isolated as a result.
The aim will be to identify and promote their good qualities and strengths whilst sharing the views and challenges of others. The group will be limited to 5 young people at a time to ensure everyone can be involved. It will be open to everyone aged 10 and over. Fun and Friends Club
This is a small monthly group for children aged 8-11 years old who are not ready to join our other groups or come out with us on community activities. The aim is to give these children greater independence from parents and have access to a range of activities games and social opportunities with other children.
Fees (Exclusive of VAT)
1-1 Enabling - From £30 per hour Parent Support -From £45 per hour Please contact us for further information on our other services. |
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Our Other Services
We offer Skype consultations whenever needed. This has been popular service with our client base. Call 07582 608641 or email southwestautism@gmail.com to arrange a time for Skype consultation.
