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📝 About the Session

• What we will be doing: Once a parent or carer realises that their young person may be autistic, it can be incredibly beneficial to be given guidance and welcomed into the Autistic community by an identifying community member. This workshop is led by an Autistic health professional who will be providing education from an identity-positive way forward.After a child has received an autism assessment or even while waiting for an assessment, it can be overwhelming for parents and carers to sort through immense and often conflicting information. Parents and carers also often state ‘I just want what’s best for my child.’

  The information provided during this workshop will begin with understanding the neurodiversity paradigm (the diversity of human minds), Autistic traits and culture and flow into what I have found to help Autistic people in a way that validates their ways of being. This will include a focus on ways to nurture Autistic people’s identity. The goal is to help you feel more secure on approaches to your young person’s support.

  All parents and carers are welcome to this foundation workshop and a formal diagnosis is not needed for your young person. We understand that waiting for an assessment can take a very long time.

• What to expect (The Vibe): An interactive, collaborative workshop format designed to give you a clearer lens for understanding of Autism  and practical tools to support both your child and yourself. The course runs from 10:00am – 12:00pm, followed by lunch and dedicated time for your questions. Each in-person course has a maximum of 15 attendees.
• Who it’s for: This session is specifically for parents and carers navigating autism and neurodiversity. We apologise, but these courses are not suitable for children and there is no childcare available. This is a chance for you to learn practical tools, build family relationships, and chat with people who get it!
• Date & Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm (Plus lunch and questions afterwards)

🎤 About Our Presenter / Guest Speaker

• Who is joining us: Laura (Laura ND Nurse)
• What they will be sharing: Insights into understanding distress behaviours as communication, practical approaches to boundary setting, and tools to navigate moments of distress while building trust and safety.
• About the Presenter: Laura is Autistic/PDA and ADHD herself. She is a Nurse, Sleep Consultant, Advocate, and a parent to two neurodiverse children—so she is living the life and talking the talk. While her speciality is supporting Autistic/ADHD people, her teaching is created in a way that can be helpful for all families as the foundations centre around mental health, strengthening family relationships, and self-advocacy.
• Website / Further Info: www.laurahellfeld.co.uk

🚗 Getting There & Arrival

• Parking Details: There is plenty of parking available around the back of the building (including designated Blue Badge spaces) as well as additional street parking on the roads surrounding the venue.
• Finding the Little Hiccups Group: Look out for the Little Hiccups signs and team members on arrival to direct you straight to our workshop space.

🚶 The Venue Space & Seating

• Room Layout & Lifts: The venue and course space are entirely on one level (ground floor).
• Access Requirements: Please do let us know if you have any specific access requirements so we can ensure you are fully accommodated.

🚽 Toilets & Accessibility

• Standard Accessible Toilet: Yes, accessible disabled toilets are available on-site.
• Changing Places Toilet: Yes, this venue features a full Changing Places toilet facility.

🍰 Atmosphere, Food & Drinks

• Lighting & Noise Levels: The workshop is limited to a maximum of 15 attendees to maintain a comfortable, relaxed, and conversational environment.
• Food & Refreshments: Lunch will be provided directly after the workshop session. When booking your ticket, please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements you may have.

⛑️ Safety & Venue Details

• Little Hiccups Staff: As always, our staff and volunteers will be on hand to make sure everyone feels welcome. If you are nervous about coming alone, drop us a message beforehand and we will make sure someone meets you at the door!

🎟️ How to Book

Spaces are limited to a maximum of 15 attendees so we can keep the workshop size relaxed and comfortable. Please book your spot below:

Important Booking Information:
Bookings close exactly one week before the event to allow for catering and session planning. Please note that our events are heavily subsidised by Little Hiccups to support our community. Because the charity covers the remaining costs based on our final confirmed numbers (such as venue hire, lunch, refreshments, and presenter fees), we kindly ask that you let us know if your plans change. If you can no longer make it, please cancel your places by emailing events@littlehiccups.co.uk so we can reallocate the spots and prevent charity funds from being lost.

If you have any questions, dietary requirements, or are unsure about attending for the first time, please reach out to us at
events@littlehiccups.co.uk. We’d love to have you join us!