National Autistic Society: Cambridge Branch

Hundreds of candidates are standing up for autism!

Welcome to our May E-news from the Cambridge NAS Branch.  Please note that some of the upcoming talks/events are quite soon.

Both talks will be held at the Meadows Community Centre, 7.30 pm in Room 2. 

Changes in carer's benefits rules will help more families with disabled children

The government is consulting on improving the Blue Badge (Disabled Parking) Scheme in England. In particular, the proposals are about improving the enforcement regime where Blue Badges are used fraudulently; extending the eligibility criteria; and funding to help local authorities to establish independent medical assessments.
The consultation closes on 2 July 2010.

Family Voice Peterborough are a voluntary community group that actively seeks to improve services in all areas of the lives of children and young people with disabilities or additional needs.

They are organising 6 fantastic family day trips for the summer. Dates as follows:

If you'd like to find out more about a new parent support group for families of children with a special educational need being set up in the Fens, come along to a Friends in the Fens Coffee Morning, dates as follows:

The Priory Group are organising an ASD Athletics and Games Day on 9^th June 2010 which is free to attend as a participant or supporter.  The event is taking place at the Withdean Stadium, Withdean Sports Complex, Tongdean Lane, Withdean, Brighton, BN1 5JD and will run from 10am to 4pm.  Please bring along your own lunch and beverages.

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