Other Local Organisations

We present here a collection of Solihull organisations and groups whose services we strongly recommend.

The Alex Manners - Neurodiversity and Autism Speaker

Alex Manners is a public speaker, author and presenter who runs motivational and educational talks on what living, working and going to school can be like for autistic people.

We also supported Alex when he was younger and he now volunteers with Family Equip - see Meet the Team.

Autism Support Service Directory

A great website for finding local support services in areas all over England.

Solihull Autism Partnership Board

Founded in 2024, the Solihull Autism Partnership Board brings together any autistic adults, carers, and health and social care professionals in Solihull to improve local services.

Chaired by Sue Hawthorne-Slater, who emphasises the importance of incorporating autistic voices, the board meets every few months provides a platform for sharing experiences and driving positive change in the borough.

Act For Autism

Provides unique insights about autism via specialist workshops and coaching for parents, carers, teachers and autistic people in the West Midlands.

The Family Support Centre, Shirley

Being a parent or carer can be the most wonderful thing in the world and can bring so much love and joy into your life.

We also know that the responsibility of parenthood and the daily challenges of this role can be as daunting as they can be exciting.

The Barnardo's Family Space is here for you, to help you find information, advice, guidance and support for all stages of your parenting or caring journey.

Autism West Midlands

A leading regional charity supporting autistic individuals of all ages and their families.

They provide residential and community-based support, a free autism information helpline, advice sessions for families, and training for parents, professionals, and businesses.

Their services aim to foster independence, resilience, and confidence enabling autistic people and their loved ones to live happy, fulfilling lives.

Barnardo's Family Space

Providing advice on pregnancy, issues and relationships in the family, for example:

  • Divorce Care – a support group for those recently separated
  • Intimate Encounters – a short course for couples wanting to develop their relationship

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