Support @ Express
Mum's GroupExpress Mum's Group is an informal, mutual support group for Mums, Grandmas and female carers of children and young people on the autistic spectrum.
Pre-covid we met at The Waggon & Horses, Surbiton 7:30-9:30pm on the first Thursday bi-monthly during term time. In accordance with current guidelines we now meet on zoom. 2020/21: Sep 3rd, Oct 1st, Nov 5th, Dec 3rd, Jan 7th, Feb 4th, Mar 4th, Apr 1st, May 6th, Jun 3rd, Jul 1st Free to attend but buy/bring your own refreshments :) Please email jane@expresscic.org.uk or kate@expresscic.org.uk for zoom details 
Parent SupportParent 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.
Our parent support group usually meets at the Express offices in Tolworth, 1.00-2.30pm on the last Tuesday bi-monthly during term time. Dates for 2021/22 TBC If you would like to come along please do /simply pop in or for more information email support@expresscic.org.uk |
Dad's GroupExpress 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.
Pre -covid we met at The Waggon & Horses, Surbiton 7:30-9:30pm the second Wednesday bi-monthly during term time. POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. 2020/21: Oct 14th, Dec 9th, Feb 10th, Apr 14th, Jun 9th Free to attend but buy your own refreshments :) Please email info@expresscic.org.uk to let us know to look out for you! 
CounsellingCounselling@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. If you are interested in this service, and would like more information please email counselling@expresscic.org.uk |
PDA Support GroupExpress' 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.
More info. from the PDA Society: https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/what-is-PDA/about-pda Pre-covid our PDA Support Group met at the Express offices, 12:30pm-2pm on the third Monday of the month, term time. In accordance with current guidelines we now meet on zoom. 2020/21: Sept 21st, Oct 19th, Nov 16th, Dec 21st, Jan 18th, Feb 15th, Mar 15th, Apr 19th, May 17th, Jun 21st, Jul 19th Please email deirdre@expresscic.org.uk for zoom details 
Career GuidanceCareer 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 Market Research Interview Skills Sessions are at the Express offices in Tolworth. If you are interested in this service and would like more information please email us at cgs@expresscic.org.uk |
TYA Support at EXPRESS |
Express TYA Support are specific sessions of workshops or talks for parents/carers of teenagers, 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. Please email info@expresscic.org.uk for more information. |
DLA & EHCP Support |
Express' Disability Living Allowance and Education, Health & Care Plan Support offer is by appointment only. The appointment is to give specific 1:1 support time to help parent/carers through the process. Our volunteers are IPSEA SEND Advisor trained.
If you are interested in this service, and would like more information please email support@expresscic.org.uk |
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 |
