The following details of courses, support groups / sessions, events and workshops currently available have been put together by RNRMC Neurodiversity Navigator.

• ADHD Somerset - A Support Group for Adults, Families & Carers - for anyone affected by ADHD, whether diagnosed, seeking support, or just want to learn more:
  • Parents & Carers of children with ADHD
  • Adults with ADHD
  • Anyone exploring ADHD or related conditions
• For further information - email [email protected] or call 07543680365
• Autism Hampshire
  • Hampshire CAMHS Information Workshops - are free autism support and information courses made up of 6 workshops for parents with autistic children under CAMHS.  See flyer for more information including dates of courses for January-March 2026 and how to book.Hampshire CAMHS Information Workshop  
  • Hampshire Parent Information Workshops - these are available to provide advice and support to family members of autistic children during the diagnostic pathway.  They are for families living in the Hampshire County Council area or whose child attends a Hampshire County Council school or doctors' surgery.  See flyer for more information including dates of courses for January-March 2026 and how to book. Hampshire Parent Information Workshops  
• Autistic Parents UK - Live Q&A Navigating the Holiday Season - Tuesday 9th December at 1900 live on their public Facebook page.  See the flyer for further information. Live Q&A Navigating the Holiday Season  
• Andrew Simpson Foundation - Swim Free for RN/RM/RFA families:
  • Family Swim Session at Plymouth Life Centre 7th December 0900 to 1200.  Visit Swim Free for details.
  • Parent & Baby and Pre-School swim lessons (18 months - 4 years) available in Portsmouth and Gosport.  See flyer for further information.  Parent & Baby and Pre-School Swim Lessons - Portsmouth and Gosport  
  • Free swimming lessons for children and young people from serving RN/RM/RFA new location Greenock Waterfront Leisure Complex.  See flyer for further information.  Free Swimming Lessons Greenock Waterfront Leisure Complex  
• Beat4Autism - Magical Christmas Grotto - see flyer for dates and how to book a 15 minute slot. Beat4Autism - Magical Christmas Grotto 2025  
• Bibic - is a national charity based in Langport, Somerset.  They deliver therapeutic programmes to children, young people and adults and support individuals with developmental and neurological disabilities and difficulties.  Bibic has signed the Armed Forces Covenant and as part of it's commitment will give serving personnel and veterans 10% off all it's services.  All that is needed at the time of booking is a service number.  Check this link for more about their services - bibic charity - assessments and developmental therapy for children
• British Dyslexia Association - Financial Support - The Theo Paphitis Dyslexia Bursary - this round of bursaries are aimed at supporting young people aged 12-21 years old, from low income households across England, Wales and Northern Ireland -  Please check eligibility and requirements before making an application.   Check this link for more information about eligibility criteria and how to apply -  The Theo Paphitis Dyslexia Bursary - British Dyslexia Association
• Cornwall Council - Access4ALL Scheme - is a new initiative designed to support children and young people with SEND and their families.  This card gives eligible families access to exclusive discounts and priority offers across Cornwall and nearby.  Check this link for more information about eligibility and how to apply - Family Information Service Cornwall
• Council for Disabled Children - SEND Regional Engagement Events with the Department for Education - the DfE alongside other experts will be hosting a series of SEND Engagement events across the country, to listen to and understand the full range of views and experiences from a wide range of perspectives.  Events are for parents, carers, school staff and SEND professionals and other key interested stakeholders to come together.  Events will take place during the day from 1000-1200 - see flyer for more information about dates and venues. SEND Regional Engagement Events with the Department for Education   The online event takes place on the 3rd December.  Booking for events can be made via this link SEND Regional Engagement Events with the Department for Education
• Hampshire & IOW Healthcare and Portsmouth Parent Voice - are running a SAFE (Support, Awareness, Family Empowerment) event on the 16th February 2026, 0900-1700 at Priory School, Portsmouth.  See leaflet for more information. SAFE (Support, Awareness, Family Empowerment) Event  
• Hampshire Parent Carer Network - are offering an online session - Burnout In the Lead-Up To Christmas, 17th December at 1100 to 1200.  Follow this link for further information and to sign up - Select tickets – BURNOUT IN THE LEAD-UP TO CHRISTMAS – Zoom
• Love Autism - Autism & Christmas - support session for parents and carers of how too manage autistic children, young people and adults over the festive period - Tuesday 9th December, 1830-2000 at the Drumfork Community Centre, Helensburgh.  Check the attached flyer for more information.
• Plymouth Information Advice & Support for SEND - Choosing a Primary School for Children with SEND.  PIAS are running some information sessions for parent/carers of children with SEND and for children with an EHCP.  Check this link for more information about dates and how to sign up for these free virtual and face to face sessions - Choosing a Primary School for Children with SEND - Plymouth Information Advice and Support for SEND.
• Southampton Family Trust - Online courses/sessions for RN/RM Families January to March 2026 as follows:
  • Parenting Children with ADHD - 20th January 2026, 0930-1130
  • Big Emotions Parenting Course - 22nd January 2026, 1930-2100
  • Introduction to Parenting Children with ADHD - 7th January 2026, 1930-2100
  • Introduction to Parenting Children with Autism - 14th January 2026, 1930-2100
  • Pathological Demand Avoidance - 2nd February 2026, 1930-2100
  • Emotionally Based School Avoidance - 23rd February 2026, 1930-2100
  • Masking & Burnout - 2nd March 2026, 1930-2100
  • Parenting During the Deployment Cycle - 18th March 2026, 1930-2100
  • RN/RM Couples Help with Communication & Managing Conflict - 6 free sessions of support when you can attend from anywhere at times and dates that suit you (in working hours)
• See flyer for further information about all of the above courses/sessions.  Southampton Family Trust - Online courses/sessions for RN/RM Families January to March 2026  
• SEND Jungle - ADHD and Autism Right to Choose referrals paused as at least 9 NHS areas tell providers to stop booking  assessments - check this link for further information ADHD and Autism Right To Choose referrals paused as at least nine NHS areas tell providers to stop booking assessments - Special Needs Jungle