Workshops
Providing support and information to autistic young people, autistic adults and their families
We offer a range of workshops aimed at individuals waiting for a diagnosis or who have already received a diagnosis.
We also provide workshops for autistic young people, adults, and their families. Some of the topics of the workshops include, understanding autism, accessing support, managing behaviours that challenge, sensory difficulties and managing anxiety. Please see below our current workshops:
Beginning Your Childs Autism Journey Sessions: 1 to 6
Run by: Doncaster Autism Service
Date
Time
Venue
6th June 2025
10.00am - 11.00am
Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE
Attendees
For parent carers
Cost
Free
Booking
Booking is essential for this series of workshops
Presented by Kathryn Taylor – ASCETS Teacher/Lead practitioner for ASD pre/post diagnostic support for Doncaster LEA
We are excited to bring you a programme of weekly 1 hour sessions for parents who are starting to consider an autism diagnosis or who have been referred to the GDA Pathway. The areas we will be covering each week are:
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6th June 2025 - Part 1 - An introduction to getting a diagnosis
13th June 2025 - Part 2 - Interests and focus
20th June 2025 - Part 3 - Social interaction and social communication
27th June 2025 - Part 4 - Sensory
11th July 2025 - Part 5 - Stimming, routine and structure
18th July 2025 - Part 6 - Emotions and energy levels
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IMPORTANT - Please ensure you are able to attend all sessions before booking
Using Visuals to Support Communication
Run by: Doncaster Autism Service
Date
Time
Venue
12th June 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm
Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE
Attendees
Parents/Carers
Cost
Free
Booking
Booking is essential for this workshop
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Presented by : Doncaster Autism Service Team
This is a workshop for parents/carers
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​AN INTRODUCTION TO PICTURE EXCHANGE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
After attending this workshop you will:
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Understand how signs and symbols can support communication
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Be able to describe the 6 phases of a picture exchange communication system
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Be able to use a picture exchange communication system approach with your child.
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Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) A 2 Part Workshop
Run by: Doncaster Autism Service
Date
Time
Venue
19th June 2025
3rd July 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm
Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE
Attendees
Parents/Carers
Cost
Free
Booking
Booking is essential for this workshop
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Presented by : Doncaster Autism Service Team
This is a workshop for parents/carers
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​* Please note this is a 2 part workshop. Part 1 is on 19th June and Part 2 will take place on 3rd July 2025*
You must be able to attend both workshops, when booking you will be booked on both workshops
In these workshops parents/carers will :
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Explore the characteristics of Pathological Demand Avoidance, a profile of the autism spectrum
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Explore anxiety as a key factor in Pathological Demand Avoidance
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Explore the ways that a child may present with Pathological Demand Avoidance and how to identify the triggers
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Explore creative strategies to support your child
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Well-Being Session - for autistic adults
Run by: Doncaster Autism Service
Date
Time
Venue
26th June 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm
Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE
Attendees
For autistic adults*
Cost
Free
Booking
Booking is essential for this workshop
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Presented by : Doncaster Autism Service Team
This is a relaxed and informal well-being themed session featuring various games and activities designed to support social interaction and communication. This session will focus on embracing special interests and how to use these to avoid burnout. The structure of the session is as follows:
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A quiz
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Information sharing​
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A walk
This session will be followed by a walk on the Town Fields (weather permitting)
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* with an autism diagnosis or waiting for a diagnosis
A Sensory Summer
Run by: Doncaster Autism Service
Date
Time
Venue
10th July 2025
10.00am - 12.00pm
Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2EE
Attendees
Parents/Carers
Cost
Free
Booking
Booking is essential for this workshop
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Presented by : Doncaster Autism Service Team
This is a workshop for parents/carers
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At this workshop we will explore:
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Some of the challenges autistic children may face during the summer period
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Sensory strategies to support autistic children throughout the summer
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Top tips for navigating the school holidays and new summer experiences
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