Christmas Through The Autistic Lens
Talent unlimited are having a Christmas themed art exhibition up in CMK library by the children’s area on the 1st floor. Between 29th November until 3rd January. As a warning for anyone who is unable to or struggles with stairs their lift is currently out of service.
Autism in Adults – Is this you?
If you are looking for more information, please watch this video. Thank you. 7 Signs of Undiagnosed Autism in Adults
Ambitious about Autism
Ambitious about Autism want to learn more about the experiences of autistic children and young people in mainstream education. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mainstream-education-experiences-2024
Monthly meetup
Next Wednesday, 13th November, there is the monthly meetup for autistic people at Shenley Leisure Centre Sportsman’s bar, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Weekly meet up
Tomorrow, Thursday 7th, there is a meet up for autistic people at The Mead Centre Newport Pagnell 11.30 am till 1 pm.
New reforms to Mental Health Care for autistic people
Reforms announced today will end the inappropriate detention of autistic people and people with learning disabilities. Better Care for Mental Health Patients Under Major Reforms – GOV.UK
SEN Policy
Many autistic people, parents and unpaid carers are very aware of the struggle to get appropriate support in mainstream school or secure a place in a specialized school. These struggles are not new and to some degree represent a failure of politicians to adapt to changing needs and expectations and how as a society we […]
City Council invites community to celebrate MK Archaeology Day
Milton Keynes City Council is marking the return of its annual free Archaeology Day at Milton Keynes Central Library on 2 November. Entry is completely free and families are encouraged to come along for a fun day of learning and activities. The programme includes: The Must Farm settlement: Uncovering Bronze Age life – Chris Wakefield, Cambridge […]
Art Exhibition coming soon.
4th to 28th November 2024 Uniquely Wired “a current collective of Milton Keynes based artists” Exhibition Space – First Floor, Central Library 555 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 3HL
A Practical Guide to Autism
Support for parents and carers. This accessible support guide provides practical advice for parents and carers who have an autistic child or young person. Coming soon …. A Practical Guide on Autism: Support for Parents and Carers
First Anniversary celebrations
In December we will be celebrating the first anniversary of this MK Autism website. We thank those who have contributed through our contact link and our accompanying Facebook group and invite you all to suggest how we can celebrate this first milestone.
SEND disputes – what are your options?
Very useful information about disputes with special educational needs in England from House of Commons Library. Disputes about special educational needs in England
Youth Mindset
Over 3,000 young people in Milton Keynes face huge challenges as a result of poverty, neglect, learning difficulties, disabilities and inequality. Some suffer isolation, others are exploited. Many struggle to survive and face a bleak future. As the city is set to grow rapidly, it is vital that the youth of Milton Keynes thrive and […]
Autism Drop-in sessions
We are starting a monthly first Thursday of the month 11 am till 1 pm meet up, it will be at the Mead Centre Newport Pagnell 67a High St. MK16 8AB next to the URC Church. The centre is through an arch on the high street opposite Superdrug just up from The Coop. It is part […]
The Wolverton Street Sessions are taking over the town…
Saturday, 31st August12:00 PM – 8:00 PMWolverton Town Centre, The Square & The Triangle
