Neurocircle -Communication and Social Understanding with BEST. Virtual
Come along to Neurocircle; discussing valuable insight into communication and social strategies for both young people and adults.
Date and time
Location
Online
About this event
Neurocircle is a support group for family, friends and carers of Neurodivergent individuals. Sessions consist of guest speakers, advice and support drop-ins and a warm and friendly environment for a cup of tea and a chat.
If you would like to attend face to face at The Junction Swindon: Please sign up to the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1437219896399?aff=oddtdtcreator
Session Title: Communication and Social Understanding with BEST.
Neurocircle aims to support caregivers with practical insights and tools to better support the development of social skills and meaningful relationships in neurodiverse individuals. Through thoughtful discussion and expert facilitation by BEST and S&G Mind, we’ll explore how relationships contribute to overall wellbeing, and how to navigate the unique barriers that can make socialising a challenge.
- Understanding the Social Landscape
How neurodiverse individuals may experience and interpret social situations differently
The importance of neurodivergent communication styles and preferences
- Barriers and Struggles
Common obstacles neurodiverse individuals face in socialising (e.g., sensory overload, anxiety, social scripts)
Internalised stigma and external misperceptions
The caregiver’s challenge: balancing protection and promotion of independence
- The Power of Relationships
How relationships can affect emotional and mental wellbeing
Battling isolation and promoting personal growth
- Caregiver Tools and Strategies
Practical ways caregivers can scaffold social development
Strategies for smoother communication
Boundaries
Creating safe, inclusive environments for social engagement
- Open Dialogue & Q&A
An opportunity to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from one another.
If you have any concerns or questions, please speak to a practitioner within the session who will aim to support as best as they can.
If you have any concerns or questions, please speak to a practitioner within the session who will aim to support as best as they can.
Frequently asked questions
The Junction is based in the Swindon Town Hall by the Swindon town Library and Swindon Dance. We all share the same building, but we do have separate external doors. Please use the Big Red door either next to Swindon dance or along commercial road.
There is limited disabled spaces outside of the Town Hall, nearby carparks can be found within a couple of minutes walk; Regent circus carpark or The Wyvern Carpark.
Neurocircle supports family, friends and carers of Neurodivergent individuals and is ran every 3rd Friday of the month consisting of guest speakers, advice and support drop in sessions and just somewhere to come and have a cup of tea and chat!
We are able to support those who are 16+ who are on the waiting list for an Autism assessment or who already has a diagnosis of Autism. You can self refer on the website link below: https://www.sgmind.org.uk/