The Isle of Wight branch of the National Autistic Society is launching a local Cowes support group for parents and carers of children and adults with autism on Tuesday 22nd September at 1pm.
Update: IW Council Leader Cllr David Pugh pictured opening new support group.
The group, which will be opened by IW council leader Cllr David Pugh, is the first in what the branch hope will be a network of much needed support across the island.
Local Cowes resident Louise Cook, whose son was diagnosed with autism six months ago and is co-ordinator of the new group said:
“We are all very excited about the launch of this new support group in Cowes and look forward to meeting lots more local families who are affected by this serious, lifelong and disabling condition. Groups like this give parents the opportunity to find out about the help and services which are available to them and to relax and socialise with people who understand the highs and lows of caring for someone with autism. As the mum of a child with autism myself I know the true value of support from other parents – the right help at the right time can make an enormous difference.”
The support group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month (term time only) from 12.45-2.45pm at Cowes Children’s centre, Love Lane, Cowes PO31 7ET. All parents and carers of people with autism are welcome. Refreshments kindly provided courtesy of Co-Op Mill Hill.
For more information or to attend the support group, contact Louise Cook on: 07909 606135.
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