Autism and Us

Episode 9: Coralie

In this episode, Maisie talks to her friend Coralie about her son Michael who has a diagnosis of autism. 

 

Useful Links:

 

1) EHCP plan: https://www.gov.uk/children-with-special-educational-needs/extra-SEN-help

 

2) Lewisham Colleage Supported Learning Services: https://www.lscollege.ac.uk/courses/supported-learning

 

 

Right From The Start Project - Parent And Carer Survey

The online version can be completed and submitted online: 
https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/cedar/familyresearch/supportearlyyears/study/

Sharing The Survey

We would be grateful if you could join our efforts and spread the word about our survey via your social media channels and networks to reach parents and carers of children with autism. Below we have provided some suggested social media wording to help you do this and feel free to add your own flare to it. Or if you'd prefer, simply retweet or
share our posts from our social media pages.

Suggested Post for Twitter
Are you a parent or carer of a child aged 0-6 with #autism? Please help @AmbitiousAutism gather evidence for their #RightfromtheStart Project by completing this short #survey about your experiences https://bit.ly/2Cdt01q @warwickuni #pleaseshare
 
Suggested Post for Facebook
Ambitious about Autism are working with the University of Warwick to research the needs and issues faced by parents/carers of children aged 0-6 with autism to inform a project which will help families receive the right support, Right from the Start.

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A CHANGE!

Episode 8: Sarah Hilary

In this episode, I talk to Sarah Hilary about her son and his diagnosis of autism. 

Sarah is a UK crime novelist and former bookseller. Her debut, 'Someone Else's Skin', won the 2015 Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award

'Someone Else's Skin' is the first book of the 'Marnie Rome' series with a further four books published. The fifth in the series, 'Never Be Broken' is out later this year. 

 

Useful Links:

 

1) Sarah Hilary: https://twitter.com/sarah_hilary

 

2) Banardos Cygnet Services: https://www.barnardos.org.uk/cygnet.htm

 

 

Right From The Start Project - Parent And Carer Survey

The online version can be completed and submitted online: 
https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/cedar/familyresearch/supportearlyyears/study/

Sharing The Survey

We would be grateful if you could join our efforts and spread the word about our survey via your social media channels and networks to reach parents and carers of children with autism. Below we have provided some suggested social media wording to help you do this and feel free to add your own flare to it. Or if you'd prefer, simply retweet or
share our posts from our social media pages.

Suggested Post for Twitter
Are you a parent or carer of a child aged 0-6 with #autism? Please help @AmbitiousAutism gather evidence for their #RightfromtheStart Project by completing this short #survey about your experiences https://bit.ly/2Cdt01q @warwickuni #pleaseshare
 
Suggested Post for Facebook
Ambitious about Autism are working with the University of Warwick to research the needs and issues faced by parents/carers of children aged 0-6 with autism to inform a project which will help families receive the right support, Right from the Start.

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A CHANGE!

Episode 7: Claire

In this episode I talk to my amazing friend Claire. Claire tells me the story of bringing up her daughter Ariella. Like my son Charlie, Ariella has severe autism and we both openly discuss the difficulties this brings as well as the joy and laughter they bring to our everyday.

Useful Links:

1) ABA Therapy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Applied_behavior_analysis

2) Ambitious About Autism: https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/ 

Right From The Start Project - Parent And Carer Survey

The online version can be completed and submitted online: 
https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/soc/cedar/familyresearch/supportearlyyears/study/

Sharing The Survey

We would be grateful if you could join our efforts and spread the word about our survey via your social media channels and networks to reach parents and carers of children with autism. Below we have provided some suggested social media wording to help you do this and feel free to add your own flare to it. Or if you'd prefer, simply retweet or
share our posts from our social media pages.

Suggested Post for Twitter
Are you a parent or carer of a child aged 0-6 with #autism? Please help @AmbitiousAutism gather evidence for their #RightfromtheStart Project by completing this short #survey about your experiences https://bit.ly/2Cdt01q @warwickuni #pleaseshare
 
Suggested Post for Facebook
Ambitious about Autism are working with the University of Warwick to research the needs and issues faced by parents/carers of children aged 0-6 with autism to inform a project which will help families receive the right support, Right from the Start.

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A CHANGE!

Episode 6: Candida

Welcome back to Series 2! In the first episode of the series I am talking to my dear friend, Candida. Candida is the manager of 'SIGNAL’ a charity based in Lewisham, South London, run by parents for parents of autistic children and young adults.

When I first received Charlie's diagnosis I was told about SIGNAL and how much it had helped families like mine for many, many years. At a time when I wasn't coping very well, Candida was the first person from the ‘Autism Community' that I contacted and I'm so glad that I did! She instantly made me feel at ease with her warmth, understanding and wisdom.

 

In this episode, Candida talks to me about her son Harry. 

 

Useful Links:

 

1) SIGNAL - http://signalfamilysupport.org

 

2) National Autistic Society: https://www.autism.org.uk

Autism and Us Series 2 - Launching Jan 2019

Autism and Us The Podcast wants to wish everyone a very happy Christmas and a wonderful new year. We will be back with a new series on the 29th January 2019, hearing new stories from some very lovely people.

With special thanks to my parents and sister, my uni girls and Kit Milsom, my co-producer.

Look out for updates on our instagram and facebook, see you soon!

Episode 5: Henry Normal

Maisie talks to comedian, television producer, poet and writer, Henry Normal. Henry's book 'A Normal Family: Everyday adventures with our autistic son' is a wonderfully touching, heartwarming and honest portrayal of Henry and his wife Angela's journey of raising their son Johnny. 

Johnny is 20 now and creates the most fantastic and enthralling art, which has been exhibited in various galleries. Please take a look at Johnny's artwork in the link below. 

Useful Links:

1) National Autistic Society: https://www.autism.org.uk

2) Art by Johnnny: https://www.facebook.com/Art-By-Johnny-882499851852944/ 

3) Henry Normal's website: http://henrynormal.com

Episode 4: Alice

Maisie talks to her lovely friend, Alice. Maisie met Alice at a support charity for autistic children and their families. Alice discusses her son Jay and his diagnosis of autism. 

Useful links:

Oppositional Defiant Disorder: https://www.nhs.uk/news/pregnancy-and-child/new-guidelines-on-child-antisocial-behaviour/

ADHD: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/symptoms/ 

Episode 3: J Rock

Maisie talks to J Rock who is part of the MOBO award winning band Big Brovaz. 

J Rock discusses his own journey as a parent to an autistic son, Richard Michael. 

 

Useful links:

 

1) National Autistic Society: https://www.autism.org.uk

 

2) Early Signs of Autism: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/ 

Episode 1: Kathy Lette

Maisie talks to the renowned author Kathy Lette (Best Laid Plans, The Boy Who Fell To Earth) about her son Jules and his diagosis of autism. Jules is now an actor who plays Jason in Holby City.

You can follow Kathy on twitter @KathyLette or head to kathylette.com for more information.

 

Autism and Us - Launches 18th September

 

Autism and Us is an honest, often funny and relatable series that explores the topic of autism by talking to those directly affected by it.

In the first episode of the series, Maisie talks to the renowned author Kathy Lette (Best Laid Plans, The Boy Who Fell To Earth) about her son Jules and his diagosis of autism. Jules is now an actor who plays 'Jason' in Holby City.

Some useful links:
National Autistic Society:
https://www.autism.org.uk

Education, Health and Care Plans:
https://contact.org.uk/advice-and-support/education-learning/education-health-and-care-(ehc)-plans/

Getting a diagnosis
The main features of ASD – problems with social communication and interaction – can often be recognised during early childhood. Some features of ASD may not become noticeable until a change of situation, such as when the child starts nursery or school.  See your GP or health visitor if you notice any of the signs and symptoms of ASD in your child or if you're concerned about your child's development. It can also be helpful to discuss your concerns with your child's nursery or school.

Follow Us
You can follow us on  Instagram @autismanduspodcast and you can email us on maisie@autismandus.org.uk 

Please email if you would like to share your story on the podcast.