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Autism - a parent's story
Early years
13 April 2021
I am sharing my son’s autism diagnosis journey - a story through my eyes as a father back when I knew nothing about autism and why I later founded a neurodiversity employee network at my workplace, TalkTalk.
Our new guide for supporting autistic children in the early years
Early years
13 January 2020
Right from the Start toolkit contains information to guide parents through their child’s journey in the early years.
All you need to know about Education, Health and Care plans (part 3)
Early years
9 January 2019
In the third part of a three-part blog author Jessie Hewitson explains everything you need to know about the EHCP process.
All you need to know about Education, Health and Care plans (part 2)
Early years
8 January 2019
In the second blog author Jessie Hewitson explains everything you need to know about the EHCP process.
All you need to know about Education, Health and Care plans (part 1)
Early years
7 January 2019
Author Jessie Hewitson explains everything you need to know about the EHCP process.
How do I get a diagnosis?
Early years
27 September 2017
If you are concerned that your son or daughter has autism, it’s a good idea to start seeking a diagnosis as soon as you can.
Other blogs
Life after school
Education, Youth participation
Tuesday 26 May 2015
To declare or not to declare
Youth participation, Employment, Stories
Friday 26 June 2015
Autism and make up
Stories
Tuesday 19 February 2019
Connection in times of change
Youth participation
Tuesday 21 April 2020
Searching for jobs during COVID-19
Employment
Wednesday 21 October 2020
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