HOPE for Autism Parent Support Group - Thu, 1-2.30pm (biweekly group) in Viewpark Community Centre, [email protected] Lanarkshire Counselling & CBT Centre Free workshops about food and health - 18th Sept, 7-8pm, to book: [email protected]

If you are passionate about disability issues and would like to get involved in the work that we do, why not join NLDF as a member? More info about our membership: nldforum.org.uk/membership-inf… nldforum.org.uk/membership-app… We look forward to welcoming you :)

Chris House If you are struggling with the emotional rollercoaster, contact Chris House for: one to one counselling, peer to peer support, reiki, havening or therapeutic groups. 01236766755/[email protected]

The Little Care Hub (Carer Breather Project) new group in Airdrie: Meditation, sound bath and holistic healing for unpaid carers from 8th Oct for 4 weeks (12.30-2.30pm) Cairnlea Parish Church For more info/to book space, contact Laura: [email protected] or call 07761040668

HOPE for Autism Neurobears - 3 week online course designed for autistic young people (ages 8-14) with their safe adult - 3rd, 10th and 24th Oct, 6.30pm-8pm, to book: eventbrite.co.uk/e/neurobears-t… Kiltoonies (Kilsyth) ASN session - 29th Sept, 12.30pm, to book: kiltoonies.bookmyparty.co.uk/book/990/booki…

Education (Scotland) Bill consultation response. Enquire has responded to the most recent consultation on the Education (Scotland) Bill, highlighting the need for more engagement with and representation of learners with additional support needs: enquire.org.uk/news/education…

The Meeting Space at Abronhill Parish Church (Cumbernauld) - every Tuesday, 11am-2pm (change of time), for more information, please call on 01236 723833 abronhillparishchurch.weebly.com facebook.com/profile.php?id…

Mackinnon Mills, Coatbridge -Quiet ASN Supper with Santa -6th Dec, 5-6.30pm, to book: mackinnonmills.com/our-events/ MADE4U IN ML2 POP! Family stay and play free session - 27th Sept, 11ma-2pm at Greenhead Moss (playpark entrance; 01698 384030)

HOPE for Autism Adult Walking Group -27th Sept (meeting 10.50am for 11am start) at Gartlea Community Centre, Hillfoot Road, Airdrie , ML6 9PB. For more info, please email: [email protected]

NLDF team will have an information stand at Information Drop-In Session (HOPE for Autism). The event will take place on 1st Oct, 10am-12pm at Viewpark Parish Church Anyone, who would like to get some information about available support, is welcome. Please, pop in and have a wee chat.

Lanarkshire Counselling & CBT Centre (mental heath support) wants to hear from you - your input will help Centre offer subsidised and free therapy options for those in need (enhance their services and secure much-needed funding): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… lanarkshirecounselling.com