Doncaster Autism Service

05/02/2026

Recruitment Showcase - 10th February 2026

This event is for individuals aged 16+ with a special educational need.

At this event you will be able to explore employment options and meet supportive local employers.

If you would like to attend this free event at Doncaster Racecourse please click the link below to book:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-send-recruitment-showcase-the-event-for-anyone-with-send-tickets-1981564534866?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

05/02/2026

Take a look at the events happening next week at the Carers Centre:

9th February 2026 - ADHD Social Group
9th February 2026 - Dungeons & Dragons
12th February 2026 - WORKSHOP - Strategies to Manage Behaviours that Challenge
12th February 2026 - Online Parent Carer Coffee & Chat Session with SENDIAS
13th February 2026 - Epilepsy Support Group

For further information please see the attached flyers.

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/new-whats-on

29/01/2026

If your child accesses transport, please make sure you are aware of the proposed changes and have your say! Please see full details below

Consultation on the 2026/2027 Transport Policy

*If you access transport for your child, please see below a consultation for parents/carers to proposed changes to the current system*

Doncaster Council are seeking parents/carers view on a proposal to introduce Personal Travel Budgets (PTBs) for eligible learners from September 2026, replacing council arranged transport such as taxis or minibuses.

From September 2026, eligible young people with SEND in post‑16 education and training would receive a Personal Travel Budget instead of council arranged transport. Adult learners aged 19–25 who qualify for travel assistance would also be able to receive a PTB.

More information : https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/education-transport

This Consultation will run from 19th January 2026 to 28th February 2026.

Have your say here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=wCoeBPMz3k-4qTOnH35sskUY1OkpRZ1JiTHgyhDvWMpUODhNVk9ZVkFIWDdJWkFKR0hOUVNCMllXUy4u

Please ensure you have had your say by Wednesday 28 February 2026 at 5pm.

29/01/2026

Take a look at the events happening next week at the Carers Centre:

2nd February 2026, 11am - Autism Art & Chat
3rd February 2026, 10am - Parent Carer Coffee Morning
3rd February 2026, 10.30am - Mini Explorers @ Denaby & Conisbrough Family Hub
3rd February 2025, 5pm - Voice of SEND Young People Meeting
5th February 2026, 10am - Wellbeing Session - Social Imagination
5th February 2026, 12pm & 8pm - Making A Difference Meeting
5th February 2026, 12.30pm - Diabetes Group

For further information please see the attached flyers.

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/new-whats-on

28/01/2026

Here are our stats for 2025 for our Post Diagnostic Support.

26/01/2026

Mini Explorers Sessions Are Back for 2026!

If you haven’t joined us before, now’s the perfect time—our sessions are full of fun and excitement!

These sessions are designed for children aged 0–5 years with additional needs, along with their parents and are held at Thorne Library.

Spaces are limited, so book your place today! To book please can you email us at das@doncastercarers.org.uk

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/copy-of-new-home

22/01/2026

Take a look at the events happening next week at the Carers Centre:

26th January 2026, 11am - Autism Social Group
26th January 2026, 4.30pm - Dungeons & Dragons
27th January 2026, 10am - SENDIAS Workshop - The Graduated Approach
29th January 2026, 10am - Wellbeing Session - Social Communication & Interaction

For further information please see the attached flyers.

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/new-whats-on

22/01/2026

Mini Explorers Sessions Are Back for 2026!

If you haven’t joined us before, now’s the perfect time—our sessions are full of fun and excitement!

These sessions are designed for children aged 0–5 years with additional needs, along with their parents and are held at Thorne Library and Denaby & Conisbrough Family Hub.

Spaces are limited, so book your place today! To book please can you email us at das@doncastercarers.org.uk

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/copy-of-new-home

21/01/2026

For more information on how to access this grant, please click here https://www.gov.uk/disabled-facilities-grants?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Touchbase+-+26+January+2026&utm_content=68813

Disabled Facilities Grants help towards the costs of making changes to your home so you can continue to live there

20/01/2026

Heard the term “Graduated Approach” at school meetings and wondered what it actually means?

You’re not alone — If you’d like to feel more confident and informed in your SEND meetings, join Doncaster Parents Voice and Doncaster SENDIAS Service at their friendly and informative workshop:

Date: 27th January 2026
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Topic: SEN Support & The Graduated Approach
Venue: Doncaster Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2 EE​

To bool: https://forms.office.com/e/WFFEZ5tru0

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/copy-of-new-open-house-coffee-morning

Heard the term “Graduated Approach” at school meetings and wondered what it actually means?

You’re not alone — and we’re here to help make it all feel a lot clearer.

If you’d like to feel more confident and informed in your SEND meetings, come and join our friendly workshops with Doncaster SENDIAS:

Date: 27th January 2026
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm
Topic: SEN Support & The Graduated Approach
Venue: Doncaster Carers Centre, 2 Regent Terrace, Doncaster, DN1 2 EE​

To book click the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/WFFEZ5tru0

See what other workshops we are running with Doncaster SENDIAS here https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/copy-of-new-open-house-coffee-morning

19/01/2026

Positive Futures - South Yorkshire

Positive Futures is a new joint project that is free to access, delivered by Autism Plus Specialist Employment Services and Speakup, supporting neurodivergent young people aged 16–24 in South Yorkshire who may be facing barriers to education, training or employment.

Positive Futures offers:

🔹Support to start your journey towards work (with the aim of progressing into a Youth Hub or Pathways to Work after an initial period of support)
🔹Confidence building and personalised action planning
🔹Practical travel training
🔹Support to access meaningful social opportunities
🔹Many more bespoke barrier removing support options

Positive Futures tailored, person-centred approach helps young people build confidence, independence and the skills they need to take their next steps, whether that’s work, education or training.

If you want to make a referral to the programme please fill in the referral form via the link below:

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=lDERWzpLZ0KbxQcs1zA2sFcRDLaBjMNLuibry7Tj7I5UQVEwWVZBMlZQODRMRUZDUzZBSTRMVzdYNiQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl

Eligibility:

Aged 16–24
Neurodivergent
Living in South Yorkshire
Periods of absence from work, periods of absence from education or struggling to enter education or work

For more information please contact Autism Plus on:

0114 384 0300
team@employmentisforeveryone.org.uk
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https://www.autismplus-employmentservices.co.uk/programmes/positive-futures/

19/01/2026

Coming Soon: Our New Mini‑Guide Series for Parents & Families

We’re excited to launch a series of bite‑sized guides designed to support parents and families with practical, easy-to-use tips you can try at home.

From our support surgery, the top 5 questions we’re asked most often are about:

🔴Toileting
🟠Sleep
🟡Self-care
🟢Managing distressed behaviours
🔵Managing anxiety

To make sure our guides are as helpful as possible, we’d love to hear from you.

What topics would you like us to cover in our mini‑series?

Share your ideas in the comments below — your feedback helps us shape support that truly meets your needs.

https://www.doncasterparentsvoice.co.uk/copy-of-new-home