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  • Top Picks For Autism Friendly Christmas Events 2023
    December 11, 2023 SpecialKids .Company

    Top Picks For Autism Friendly Christmas Events 2023

    The need for Autism friendly Christmas events is becoming better recognised every year, with venues having a greater understanding of sensory needs and what works better for children with autism at Christmas. Avoiding queues, dimmed lights, quieter music and fewer crowds are just a few of the things parents of children with autism look for when attending events at Christmas. The best place to find out about these events is usually online or via word of mouth from other parent carers.
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  • Tips For Decorating an Autism Friendly Christmas Tree
    November 20, 2023 SpecialKids .Company

    Tips For Decorating an Autism Friendly Christmas Tree

    Christmas can be overwhelming for children with autism. There can be a lot of changes to routine and a lot of things that can be hard for children with sensory processing difficulties, such as bright lights, loud music and different smells. A Christmas tree is a traditional part of many families' Christmas. For those whose children can tolerate having a Christmas tree in their house, here are some tips that you might find helpful for decorating it.
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  • Best Places To Go Swimming For Children With Special Needs
    August 25, 2021 SpecialKids .Company

    Best Places To Go Swimming For Children With Special Needs

    Swimming is a fantastic inclusive activity to do with children with special needs. It’s a great sensory experience that is good fun and has positive benefits for both physical and mental health. It is also an activity that can be done all year round and doesn’t have to be weather dependent (depending on where you choose to swim!).

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  • Swimming Benefits For Special Needs Children
    August 12, 2021 SpecialKids .Company

    Swimming Benefits For Special Needs Children

    One of the great things about going swimming is it’s inclusive. It’s something that the entire family can do together, whether it’s in a paddling pool outside, at your local swimming pool or at the beach. It can be difficult to find inclusive activities when you have a child with special needs. This is something that all children enjoy regardless of their age or abilities.
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