Our Services and Support
South West Autism Support Services and South West Autism Mentoring 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 unable to provide diagnostic services or adult services.
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 morning 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. 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 a Girls Groups that meets 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. 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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Most of our services are carried out at our base in Exeter, Devon. We have three rooms that offer different spaces for our members to enjoy.
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Our Other Services
We offer Skype or Zoom consultations whenever needed. This has been popular service with our client base. Email southwestautism@gmail.com to arrange a time for a consultation.
