This Children in Wales seminar will examine the issues experienced by children and young people with autism from a range of perspectives including the children/ young people themselves, parents and professionals.
 
Delegates will have the opportunity to hear about: 
The services provided by education in Caerphilly, Child Adolescent Mental Health Services in Carmarthen, and the voluntary sector throughout Wales, to support children and young people with autism and their families.
– What it is like growing up when you have an autistic spectrum condition
– Being a parent of a child with autism

In addition there will be:

– Opportunities to meet, exchange ideas and network with other practitioners
– A range of literature around supporting families affected by substance misuse available to explore.

Speakers:

Dr Andrea Mowthorpe, Consultant Clinical Psychologist/ Joint Head of Specialty, Psychology in CAMHS, Hywel Dda Health Board

Deborah Herald, Teacher in Charge at Caerphilly Autistic Spectrum Service

Lynne Plimley, Head of Research and Partnerships, Autism Cymru
Jo Manikiza, ASD National Strategic Coordinator for Wales

Teresa James, ASD Coordinator, Monmouthshire County Council

Neil Ingham, External Affairs Manager, The National Autistic Society Cymru

Jonathan Hanna is 22, and has Aspergers syndrome

Steve Smith, Social Programmes Manager Wales, The National Autistic Society

Costs:    Members: £50       Non-members: £70   (Including lunch)

Find out more and access the booking form on the Children in Wales website.