'First Steps' Autism parent / carer workshop

The social communication and interaction team run workshops for parents and carers who's child has recently received an autism diagnosis. These events give parents and carers the opportunity to find out more about autism and the support that's available, as well as chat and share experiences with others. 

Update during the Covid -19 pandemic 

First Steps for Parents/Carers post diagnosis Workshops are available to you via virtual means.

First Steps  is now available as a series of PowerPoint presentations with integrated video. The workshop has been broken down to three PowerPoint/Video sections  along with  the opportunity to access a Microsoft  Teams catch up meeting on two occasions during the  the process.

If you are interested in accessing First Steps please contact melaniebooth@barnsley.gov.uk for next steps.