Next Meeting: 16 December 2015 at Ringwood Fire Station - see more details (PDF)

What we do….
We provide a support service that offers advice and information to parents of children & young people anywhere on the autistic spectrum.

We hold monthly meetings where talk and share experiences over a cup of coffee and sometimes have guest speakers on topics you have requested.

How we help you
We can provide information and support:

  • where to get help
  • local and national events
  • benefits you’re entitled to like Disability Living Allowance
  • on other (local) services available
  • special needs educational advice
  • emotional issues
  • help how to get a statement

What does it cost?
This is a free service for parents/carers with children on the autistic spectrum aged from very young to young adults. Professionals are also welcome. You do not need to have a diagnosis or referral to come to our group.

Where we provide the service
Meetings are held at Ringwood Fire Station but we do cover the whole of the New Forest.

Our commitment to quality
Our staff are enhanced DBS checked and non judgemental. We treat everyone in a respectful manner and with kindness. Confidentiality is of paramount importance to us, so you can feel completely at ease and discuss any concerns or issues you may have, knowing that it will remain within the group.

What our clients say

“It’s a support group and it does just that, it provides support and advice, very useful. You realise you are not alone as others are in similar situations otherwise it can be very isolating, we just need to keep regular meetings.”

“I like the group being informal as it enables people to talk freely and let off steam! It has enabled me to form relationships with parents in the Ringwood area who are in a similar situation.”

How to contact us

For more information or if you would like to be added to our mailing list, please contact:

Carol Malky - Parent Facilitator
Community First New Forest
Archstone House
Pullman Business Park
Pullman Way
Ringwood
BH24 1HD
Tel. 01425 482773
E-mail [email protected]

Office opening hours
9am-2pm, Monday and Wednesday