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 In Law UK – 1

Welcome to a new blog on our site. This is the first blog we have started and this will cover the research that we are doing on how Autism is defined by UK Law, starting with English law. The aim is to produce an index of where ‘Autism’, ‘Autistic’, and related words appear in legislation. […]

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 […]

CUPCAKE CREATION CAFE!

At MK SNAP, we love to get creative with our cakes and we’re excited to invite our young visitors to join in on the fun with some hands-on cupcake decorating!  WHAT // Cupcake Creation Café @ MK SNAPWHEN // Tuesday 20th August 2024 and Thursday 22nd August 9.30am-12pmWHERE // MK SNAP Café, Bourton Low, Walnut […]

Milton Keynes Heritage Open Days return

Residents and history enthusiasts are invited to celebrate Milton Keynes’ fascinating heritage with more than 230 free activities planned from 6-15 September. Milton Keynes Heritage Open Days return | Milton Keynes City Council (milton-keynes.gov.uk)

City Council to boost local support for unpaid carers

Milton Keynes City Council is planning to create a new service that will make it easier for unpaid carers to get help and support. City Council to boost local support for unpaid carers | Milton Keynes City Council (milton-keynes.gov.uk)

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