Type of service: Local groups, Play and leisure

Website: http://www.facebook.com/RainbowASDGroup

A parent support group for parents of children aged 2-12 years with who are on the autism spectrum. We can and will sign post you to the right people and organisations who will help you get all the support you and your child need and are entitled too. Our group is run by parents who have children with ASD. Rainbow meetings are relaxed and informal, the children can play in a safe environment that has a wide range of facilities. We have an extensive lending library stocked with books, DVDs and CDs, events and activities for the children, professional guest speakers, training opportunities for parents/carers, advice relating to Disability Law and special Educational Needs Law, theraputic services/activities for parents/carers, plus much more. We meet on the first Wedneday of each month (no meetings in August) from 6-7.30pm at Mini Magees playcentre. The venue is booked exclusively for our use. Siblings are welcome to attend.

Aimed at: Child , Child/adolescent sibling, Parent/carer of a child

Gender: All genders

Specialisms: Exclusively autism specific