Express CIC
express is a 'not for profit' community organisation
supporting autistic people and their families
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Support @ Express


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Mum's Group

​Express Mum's Group is an informal, mutual support group for Mums, Grandmas and female carers of children and young people on the autistic spectrum.

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The group meets at the Royal Oak, Tolworth 7:30-9:30pm usually on the first Thursday of the month during term time.
In addition there are zoom meetings and a WhatsApp group. 

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Please email jane@expresscic.org.uk or kate@expresscic.org.uk to register and to receive details

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Parent Support

Parent Support@Express is an informal group for all parents and carers of young people on the autistic spectrum whether pre-diagnosis, newly diagnosed or experienced with lots of support of what worked for you to share. 

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ur parent support group usually meets at the Express offices in Tolworth,
1.00pm - 2.30pm bi-monthly during term time. 



 ​Dates for 2021/22
TBC​


​​If you would like to come along please email info@expresscic.org.uk to register and to receive details. 

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Dad's Group

Express Dad's Group is a great success! ​The group is an informal, mutual support group for Dads, Granddads and male carers of children and young people on the autistic spectrum.

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The group meets at the Royal Oak, Tolworth 7:30-9:30pm usually on the second Wednesday of the month during term time.


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​Please email info@expresscic.org.uk 
to register your interest and to receive details. 

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Counselling

Counselling@Express is a low-cost counselling service to parents and carers of children with additional needs.  
 
Counselling offers a safe space to talk through any difficulties & anxieties.  A counsellor is trained to listen & support you in a non-judgemental way, creating a safe space for you to express your feelings, whatever they may be. By talking, worries & difficulties can often seem clearer and easier to manage.
 
The counselling sessions take place at the Express ​offices in Tolworth by counsellors with knowledge of autism & special needs. 
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 If you are interested in this service, and would like more information please email counselling@expresscic.org.uk

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PDA Support Group

Express' PDA Support Group is a group for parents/carers of young people with PDA - Pathological Demand Avoidance. The group is a warm and welcoming place where you can chat and share experiences.
​https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/what-is-PDA/about-pda ​

​The group currently meet online via zoom 12:30pm-2pm on the third Monday of the month, during term time. 
In addition there is a WhatsApp group. 
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Please email info@expresscic.org.uk 
to register and to receive details​. 
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Career Guidance

Career Guidance Service @Express is a free service offered to those on the autistic spectrum who would benefit from some support and guidance around areas such as:

Career Planning
CV Writing
LinkedIn
Market Research
Interview Skills

Sessions are at the Express offices in Tolworth.
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POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

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If you are interested in this service and would like more information please email  us at cgs@expresscic.org.uk

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TYA ​Support at EXPRESS

Express TYA Support sessions will provide workshops and talks for parents/carers of teenagers or young adults going through transition. The sessions will provide a space where you can share similar experiences dealing with puberty, transition to secondary, college or work. 

Our TYA sessions will be at the Express offices in Tolworth, look out for future dates on our newsletter.
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Please email info@expresscic.org.uk for more information. 

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ACCREDITED MAKATON COURSES

Express' Accredited Makaton Courses are run by Fouad Abbad an accredited makaton trainer who can be contacted directly at fouadabbad@gmail.com or 07835 166 056. Courses offered are Taster, Foundation, Using Makaton with singing, Enhancement and Safeguarding. The courses run from the Express offices and are discounted for parent/carers. 

If you are interested in these courses, and would like more information please email fouadabbad@gmail.com
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