Free info session for autistic parents in Cork

Hosted by Cork-based organisation AUsome Training, the free event takes place on Sunday from 2-5pm in Ballyphehane Community Centre.

The aim of the information session is to provide parents and carers with tips, resources, and insights on how best to understand, support and advocate for their child.

The session will be facilitated by trainers from AUsome Training, all of whom are autistic parents .

These expert trainers include AUsome Training founder and acclaimed author Evaleen Whelton, early childhood educator and disability rights activist Gillian Kearns, and researcher and expert on autism and neuro-affirming models, Stiof MacAmhalghaigh.

Topics to be covered at the session include communication, autistic play, sensory profiles, dealing with schools, choosing the right therapy, reimagining family life, celebrating our autistic children, and courses and resources.

Parents and carers will have an opportunity to take part in a Q&A and to share their experiences.

Both Information Sessions are free and pre-booking is essential.

AUsome Training was founded by Evaleen Whelton who as an adult discovered she was autistic in 2014. Since then, Evaleen's mission has been to spread understanding and respect for autistic people and to build a more inclusive society.

The organisation hosts a wide range of courses for professionals working with children, teenagers, and adults who are autistic. It also runs courses for professionals to help them empower and support parents and families of autistic children.

AUsome Training was founded 10 years ago in Bandon, Cork during which time it has worked tirelessly to reframe autism in a positive light. AUsome Training is run by a wholly autistic team.

For more information, see ausometraining.com.