What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
April is Autism Awareness Month and although we push for acceptance in the community, there are still many things people misunderstand about autism. I’ve enlisted the help of my two neurodivergent children to breakdown what they feel the biggest misconceptions are. Autistic people don’t make eye contact – one of
Active Leeds have announced they will be introducing low sensory gym sessions across some of its gyms including John Charles Centre for Sport and Middleton Leisure Centre in South Leeds. The sessions are designed to offer a safe and inclusive space for individuals with autism, ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions.
A young man with autism was forcibly stopped by a security guard at the Aldi store on Tunstall Road in Beeston. The incident happened on Thursday 14 October when Liam (not his real name) went to buy lunch. Liam, 22, is a student at the Leeds City College’s nearby Joseph
In the 11 years since Amber was diagnosed, my family has learnt a lot. Firstly, that although hers was an early diagnosis compared to others, we left with lots of might dos and might nots. This was unusual as many diagnoses end with a forecast of what will happen next,
Christine Smart explains how Christmas has to different when your child lives with autism: The one thing my neurotypical (NT) brain struggled to get round was that my girls’ autism did not allow for seasonal events. I mean what child doesn’t throw themselves into the magical notion of free presents
It is not unusual for both parents and children to feel a degree of anxiety at the beginning of the academic year; however September 2020 brings a unique experience for all those who return to school and education. It will be a challenging time ahead for teachers and schools who
White Rose Shopping Centre is celebrating World Mental Health Day on Thursday (10 October 2019) with an exhibition of poetry written by James McInerney. The poems, selected to promote mindfulness, introspection, and the act of sharing kindness, will be displayed across the floor of White Rose’s Central Atrium. Visitors are
Morrisons supermarket in Hunslet is to introduce a quieter hour for customers who would benefit from a calmer shopping trip. Designed to help customers who currently struggle with music and the other noise associated with supermarket shopping, it will take place every Saturday in the Church Street store from 9-10am.
Cottingley Community Centre was busy on Saturday afternoon (30 September 2017) as they opened their new Sensory Room. The room is kitted out with various objects to stimulate different senses. There is a panel with various textures, made from carpet tiles; light strings; lights that change colour and shapes; seating;
A gala night for Hunslet-based charity Leeds Autism Services held on Wednesday (15 March 2017) raised £500 for their work. The evening, which looked to raise awareness of autism and the charity itself was hosted within The Light. The event gained support from Vue Cinema, which screened the documentary, and