Our Services Family Groups Early Years Sessions This is a FREE service for parents/carers of pre school children with special needs. These groups are intended to bring support advice and information on other services available at a time of great need. Trained autism practitioners will deliver sessions that aim to: provide a safe place where parents can spend time with other parents who are in similar situation. provide information, advice and signposting in relation to parents and their child’s needs. provide a space where children are able to have fun, engaging in activities which are meaningful and positive. Newton Aycliffe Group The group meet every Tuesday, from 10.00 – 12.00 and Thursday, from 11.30 - 1.00pm Neville community centre, Nevilles Parade, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 5DH For more details please contact: Theresa Arrowsmith on 01325 328 092 or email Stanley Group The group meet every Friday, from 1.00 - 2.30pm Stanley, Clifford Rd, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 0AB Sunderland Group The group meet every Thursday, from 9.30 - 11.00am Rainbow Family Centre, 34 Elliott Terrace, Washington, NE37 3AE Stockton Groups We currently have three groups in the Stockton area: Thornaby The group meet every Tuesday, from 10.00-11.30am Early support nursery Tedder Ave, Thornaby, TS179JP Billingham The group meet every Tuesday, from 1.00-2.30pm Billingham Family Hub, Ochil Terrace Stockton TS232QL Central Stockton The group meet every Wednesday, from 1.00-2.30pm Family hub, Yarm Road, TS18-3PJ North Tyneside Groups Shiremoor The group meet every Friday, from 10.00-11.30am 9 Bridge Terrace, NE27 0TA Meadowell The group meet every Friday, from 1.00-2.30pm Minton Lane, North Shields, NE29 6PQ For more details please contact: Kerrie Highjack, Family Development Manager By telephone: 0191 410 9974 OR email