The Autism and Sensory Issues Conference 2017 is focused on tools and knowledge to support and help autistic people affected by sensory issues.
The Autism and Sensory Issues Conference 2017 covers topics such as:
- Developing sensory diets for students with complex sensory issues
- Making you and your classroom more autism friendly
- Overcoming sensory challenges with eating
- Occupational therapy strategies for adults to promote independence
- Strategies to help adults cope with sensory challenges
- Practical sensory programmes for schools
The Autism and Sensory Issues Conference 2017 brings together:
- Occupational therapists working with autistic people
- Education professionals from mainstream and special schools and local authorities
- Managers and support staff from residential providers
- Social workers and support workers
- Voluntary sector groups and not-for-profit organisations
- Clinicians across the professional field, including psychiatrists, psychologists, paediatricians, GPs and nurses
- Autistic people, their families and carers
