Autism in the Workplace

This session is led by Karen Allen Airey from Spectrumheads CIC, a solely Neurodivergent social enterprise led by those with lived experience of autism and neurodivergence.

By attending this session you will;

• Gain an understanding of what it means to be autistic/neurodivergent.

• Gain insight into the sensory experience of an autistic/neurodivergent person and how this can lead to meltdowns and shut downs.

• Understand how to reduce barriers to your service for autistic/neurodivegent people.

• Adapt your approach and environment to improve outcomes for autistic/ neurodivergent clients.
• Understand the impact of autistic burn out and how to help

• Learn how to support a person who may be having a “meltdown” or "shut down"

• Understand what's important when linking autistic/neurodivergent people into their community

• Know where to go to find quality resources for autistic/neurodivergent people, their carers and loved ones.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

30 Charnwood St, 30 Charnwood Street, Derby, United Kingdom