A support programme for parents and carers of children and young people, aged 5-18, who are autistic. The core Cygnet programme is delivered over six 2.5 hour sessions which include: Session 1: Introductory session Session 2: An overview of autism with parent and carer experience Session 3: Thinking & Sensory Session 4: Social Interaction & Communication Session 5: Understanding and supporting behaviour Session 6: Analysing behaviour

The TeenLife Programme is a National Autistic Society affiliated course to support young teens aged between 10 and 18 years. Each session looks at aspects of teenage life, and what you can do to help. Session 1: Understanding Autism Session 2: Understanding autistic identity Session 3: Stress and anxiety; understanding behaviour Session 4: Health and Wellbeing Session 5: Puberty Session 6: Education; transition to adulthood This programme is strongly recommended for all family, friends and professionals involved in the teenager's life.

Session locations could be Ripley or Mayford (Primary or Secondary Building), please refer to each individual session for venue location.