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Autism Services

3 Counties Counselling and Autism Assessment

Provides counselling for ages 14 - adult and autism screenings and assessments from ages 3 to adult. A service for home, schools and NHS referral serving Wiltshire, West Hampshire and East Dorset. Read more

Published: 28th November, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Achieve Together

Achieve together is one of the UK’s leading providers of support for people with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs. They offer supported living, residential, outreach home support and day services. Read more

Published: 3rd October, 2019

Updated: 24th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

ACoRNS

ACoRNS is a unique collaboration between Education and Psychology at the University and local schools who are interested in developing, researching, understanding, and sharing good practice in educational provision for children on the autism spectrum and their families. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Action for Asperger's

Charity providing counselling to neurotypical carers of individuals with Asperger's and those they care for Read more

Published: 26th July, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

ActiveAbility

The ActiveAbility programme is an award winning project to increase sporting and activity opportunities for individuals with a disability aged 14+ within the Solent area. Now also includes Buzz SEND Short Break service activities. Read more

Published: 26th July, 2019

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Pip Armitage

Adult learning disabilities night

This is a monthly social event at the Bitterne branch of the Royal British Legion. Click for more details. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2019

Updated: 26th November, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Affinity Hub

Emotional support for parents of children with special needs Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2019

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Agylia Care FREE app with care advice guides

Agylia Care is a new FREE App and online service for Carers. The service contains guides and videos to help people with the care they provide themselves, their families and others. Topics include Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer, autism, mental health, children’s care, support for carers, and many others. Read more

Published: 27th November, 2019

Updated: 3rd March, 2022

Author: Pip Armitage

Ambitious About Autism

Ambitious about Autism is the national charity for children and young people with autism. They provide services, raise awareness and understanding, and campaign for change. Through TreeHouse School and Ambitious College they offer specialist education and support. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Ambitious College

Ambitious College is London’s only registered specialist college dedicated specifically to supporting young people with complex autism for adult life. Read more

Published: 21st September, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

ARC

‘People with Learning Disabilities in the Criminal Justice System’: A Guide for Carers and Learning Disability Services. This is an ARC project funded by the Big Lottery Fund. People with Autistic Spectrum Conditions are seven times more likely to come into contact with the Police than the general population. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Aspie Helping Hands Evening group In Southampton

Free Service Support Group for Parents/Carers of Children with Autism. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2017

Updated: 27th May, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Location: Saint Annes School, Carlton Road, Southampton, SO15 2WZ

Aubin App

Aubin is a new type of journey planner app designed to help people with autism travel on public transport. Read more

Published: 14th December, 2018

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

AutAngel

AutAngel is a community interest company run by and for autistic people. Their aim is to empower autistic people and create opportunities for them to thrive and fulfil their potential. The website lists autistic trainers and presenters providing autism training in the UK. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Autism Adventures - Minecraft and Meltdowns

Autism Adventures - Minecraft and Meltdowns. A Facebook group welcoming anyone interested in Autism Read more

Published: 26th July, 2017

Updated: 15th September, 2021

Author: Pip Armitage

Autism and Nature

Autism and Nature is a non-profit organisation dedicated to enriching the lives of people on the autistic spectrum, especially children, by engaging them with the countryside and nature. Read more

Published: 5th December, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Autism Classroom

A US website aiming to provide assistance for educating children with autism. It includes Interventions for challenging behaviours. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Autism Education Trust

AET helps ensure that autistic children and young people receive an education that enables them to fulfil their aspirations and engage in society as active citizens Read more

Published: 13th December, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Autism Friendly Chill-Out Sessions at Woolston Library

The sessions run from 11am to 1pm on Saturdays (click for dates). If you have any questions or queries please phone on 023 8083 3007 Read more

Published: 29th June, 2017

Updated: 24th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

Autism Friendly Trampolining

Oxygen Freejumping Read more

Published: 13th July, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Ashley Raynor

Location: Oxygen Freejumping, Unit G, Antelope Park, Bursledon Road, Southampton, SO19 8NE

Autism Hampshire

Autism Hampshire: Creating opportunities, challenging perceptions, enhancing choices and providing high quality services to meet the diverse needs of people on the autism spectrum. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2017

Updated: 25th January, 2020

Author: Pip Armitage

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  • Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

    Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

    Dementia Workshop in partnership with Admiral Nurses & Dementia Navigators | Thursday 9th June

  • Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

    Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

    Join us for a Carers Lunch on Wednesday 8th June.

  • Occupational Therapy Workshop

    Occupational Therapy Workshop

    Join us for this useful and practical workshop on Tuesday 7th June

  • Diabetes Awareness Morning with Special Guest

    Diabetes Awareness Morning with Special Guest

    Join us as we welcome University Hospital Southampton's Diabetes Consultant, Dr Maynak Patel.

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    Save you money out and about and recognise your caring role

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    Carer's Assessments

    Carer's assessments evaluate your need for support and services and eligibility for a personal wellbeing payment

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    How to get in touch

  • Assisted Shopping - Sainsbury's Shop On-line and Telephone Service

    Sainsbury's Assisted Shopping scheme helps people who are housebound, cannot travel to the shops or cannot manage online shopping by allowing them to make shopping orders over the telephone. You can access this service by calling 0800 328 1700, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

  • Southampton General Hospital Ward Numbers

    This is a list of the contact telephone numbers for the main wards at University Hospital Southampton

  • What we offer

    What we offer

    Click to find quick links for support workers, carers cards, emergency plans and carers assessments

  • Emergency planning

    Emergency planning

    Being prepared for emergencies is always a good idea as a carer. Take a look below and help put some of your worries to rest.

  • Singing groups and choirs in Southampton

    A new study identifies the healing power of singing in a group, and urges us all to have a go. A list of many choirs in Southampton can be found here.

  • Refer a Carer

    Refer a Carer

    We are open to referrals of adult unpaid carers for support, information, carers cards, emergency plans and statutory carers assessments.

  • Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care

    If you are caring for an adult over 18, (including young carers), and are affected or needing to self isolate and you have no other additional social care you can contact Southampton City Council Adult Health & Social Care. Phone 023 8083 3003

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Temporary Suspension of Visiting at University Hospital Southampton

Temporary Suspension of Visiting at University Hospital Southampton

Information for Carers Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Updated: 8th April, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Theo's Story

Theo's Story

Theo, 22, cares for his disabled Mother whilst studying. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Nick's Story

Nick's Story

Nick discusses caring for his adult son, Kevin, who is bipolar. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Dementia  Support Group: Thornhill | Tuesday 3rd May

Dementia Support Group: Thornhill | Tuesday 3rd May

In association with Dementia UK, join us together with an Admiral nurse for this drop-in meeting. Read more

Start: 3rd May, 2022 at 2:00pm

End: 3rd May, 2022 at 4:00pm

Published: 14th April, 2022

Updated: 28th April, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Thornhill Memory Cafe, Medwall Court, Tatwin Close, Southampton, SO18 5TR

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Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

Dementia Care Afternoon Tea

Dementia Workshop in partnership with Admiral Nurses & Dementia Navigators | Thursday 9th June Read more

Start: 9th June, 2022 at 12:00pm

End: 9th June, 2022 at 2:00pm

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Neptune Court, Gemini Close, Lordshill, Southampton, SO16 8BQ

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Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

Carers Lunch | Debt Management Workshop with Christians Against Poverty

Join us for a Carers Lunch on Wednesday 8th June. Read more

Start: 8th June, 2022 at 1:00pm

End: 8th June, 2022 at 3:00pm

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Thomas Room, Thornhill Baptist Church, Thornhill Park Road, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO18 5TR

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Occupational Therapy Workshop

Occupational Therapy Workshop

Join us for this useful and practical workshop on Tuesday 7th June Read more

Start: 7th June, 2022 at 11:00am

End: 7th June, 2022 at 1:00pm

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Emma Sautereau

Location: Weston Court, Kingsclere Avenue, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO19 9LB

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