Care for the Family: Time out for parents- Autism

Care for the Family is a national charity which aims to promote a strong family life and to help those who face family difficulties.
They have been registered and working to strengthen families since 1988.
The Time Out for Parent courses were developed by Positive Parenting/Care for the Family.

All Time Out for Parents programmes include; group discussions and practical tasks to help parents build on their strengths and gives them the time and space to think about any positive changes they want to make.
A helpful and easy parent/carer handbook is included with each course.

Who is it suitable for?
Time Out for Parents – Children with Autism is a four-session course, which will cover the important
subjects of self-esteem, basic principles of behaviour management, the wider family and home/school issues. It will enhance parents existing knowledge of Autism.

Who the course is for:
Parents/carers of children with a diagnosis of Autism or who are awaiting
Assessment.
This programme is also for those parents who are concerned that their child may have Autism.
For residents of London Borough of Sutton only