Autistic Thriving: A Family Wellbeing Course for Parents and Carers
A welcoming and supportive course for parents and carers of autistic children. Meet other families, share experiences, and learn more about what helps autistic children and their families live well.
The course is run by members of the Centre for Autism Wellbeing Hub team with autistic parenting practitioners from our partner charity, Parenting Special Children. It is based on what autistic people and families have told us helps them most.
The course is based on three things we know can make a real difference:
- Listening to autistic young people
Hearing autistic children and young people talk about what helps them feel understood, accepted and valued - Understanding what autistic children need
Learning about the things that help autistic children feel safe, supported, and able to be themselves - Understanding what helps people live well
Exploring ideas from wellbeing research and thinking about how they can help children and families thrive together
Course details
- 6 sessions (once a week, for six weeks)
- Sessions are 2 hours long with breaks and refreshments
- Delivered in person at the University of Reading Whiteknights campus
- Separate groups for parents and carers of children aged 5–11 years and 11–16 years
- Small group format with time for discussion
- Parking included
Cost
There is a fee of £45 to attend the course.
Some free or reduced-cost places are available for families who may find it difficult to pay. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss this.
Insights from previous attendees:
“I have really enjoyed the atmosphere that has been created during this course. I have gained so much insight from hearing of other families’ experiences”
“What stood out to me was autistic children and young people being given a platform to express themselves and help others understand their world. It definitely changed my understanding”
“I now feel more confident as a parent – I am more understanding and can empathise with my child more”
Upcoming courses:
Course for parents/carers of children aged 11-16
Wednesdays 19.00 – 21.00
Session 1: September 30th
Session 2: October 7th
Session 3: October 14th
Session 4: October 21st
(Break for half term)
Session 5: November 4th
Session 6: November 11th
Course for parents/carers of children aged 5-11
Tuesdays 10.00 – 12.00
Session 1: November 10th
Session 2: November 17th
Session 3: November 24th
Session 4: December 1st
Session 5: December 8th
Session 6: December 15th