The Ayrshire Menu of Interventions Roadshow Event took place in Kilmarnock on 3rd July 2014 at the Sir Alexander Flemming Centre. The information gathered from delegates on the day has been collated and can be found below.
For each of the 14 “challenges” we collected information about the following:
- Specific relevant links
- Specific relevant strategies
- Specific relevant documents
- Gaps, research and other relevant information not covered by another category
ASD CHALLENGE |
INTERVENTIONS
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1. Understanding the implications of an autism diagnosis Post diagnostic discussion(s) and individualised counsellingThe provision of good quality education and information packs for individuals, families/carers along with appropriate verbal discussion at time of need. Use of visual props if needed. Signposting to useful websites and forums. |
National Autistic Society provides:
Care & Support North Ayrshire (CareNA) provides:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
One Stop Shop Kilmarnock provides:
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2. Development of effective means of communication Individualised language therapy assessment. Updated as required. Alternative and augmentative communication systems introduced where required. Work to ensure language system (regardless of form) is used functionally and is therefore effective on an individual basis. Teaching/learning on internet etiquette and supervision. | NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
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3. Social communication Targeted social communication programmes delivered either individually or in a group setting as required and appropriate to the individual to include internet etiquette and promotion of online safety. | Doonfoot Primary School provides:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
One Stop Shop Kilmarnock provides:
Storybooks with information about autism and diversity: |
4. Developing and maintaining relationships Work to assess the understanding of relationships and promotion of skills to develop relationships including sexuality issues and intimate relationships. Access to social groups, friendship circles etc |
East Ayrshire Council provides:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
One Stop Shop Kilmarnock provides:
Scottish Consortium for Learning Disability provides:
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5. Social isolation for individual with autism Accessible social groups and opportunities, support in the community. Befrienders. Respect the need to be alone at times. Acceptance by families that friendships can take many forms | East Ayrshire Council provides:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
One Stop Shop Kilmarnock provides:
South Ayrshire Befriending Project (SABP) provides:
Wrong Planet provides:
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6. Social isolation for family Family/ Partner/ Carer support, opportunity for respite. Access to autism friendly environments |
National Autistic Society provides:
Ayrshire Athletics Arena provides:
East Ayrshire Carers Centre provides:
East Ayrshire Council provides:
Carers Trust/Princess Royal Trust provides:
Jungle Madness (Kilmarnock) provides:
Kids Play (Prestwick) provides:
North Ayrshire Council provides:
South Ayrshire Autistic Society provides:
South Ayrshire Council provides:
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7. Learning to learn skills A functional assessment of the person’s cognitive abilities and learning style leading to a planned programme both directly with the individual and indirectly with the family, carers etc. Formal psychometric testing may be conducted if appropriate to inform intervention |
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8. Predicting and managing change Timely individual direct work with individuals to teach methods where required. Family/carer /employer guidance/education in these methodsVisual supports; timetables, timers, text alerts, choice boards etc to be used as appropriate |
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9. Behaviour and emotional regulation protecting wellbeing Knowledge development in understanding behaviour in the context of ASD. Individual work with the individual on assessing behaviour, recognising triggers and developing and managing the implementation of strategies to help. Behaviour support plans, cognitive interventions, psychotherapy or counselling as required and indicated by life circumstances eg around transitions of all types including bereavement. Work with the individual’s family/carers, criminal justice, social work, Police as appropriate. Autism Alert card possession | |
10. Restricted and repetitive interests and behaviours Assessment and positive day to day management on an individualised basis. Treatment by mental health clinician if required |
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11. Motivation issues Structured programmes as appropriate to the individual linking to the other core challenges as required. Career guidance, employer/HE/FE support. | Ayrshire College provides:
South Ayrshire Council provides:
West College Scotland (formerly James Watt) provides:
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12. Sensory issues Assessment of sensory difficulties. Identification and implementation of strategies. Environmental adaptation on an individual basis with individual control working towards reducing the impact of sensory sensitivities | Dreghorn Primary School provides:
East Ayrshire Council provides:
Jordans Eyes (opticians in Ayr) offers:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
North Ayrshire Council provides:
The Corner Dental Practice (Kilmarnock) provides:
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13. Daily living skills Assessment of core life skills as required across the lifespan and to take account of changing needs at various transitions. Specific individual programmes to teach and maintain these skills where needed. Involvement of families/carers in assessment and implementation of new learningEducation for families/employers/ care providers/housing dept re practical needs | NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
South Ayrshire Council provides:
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14. Co existing conditions- examples epilepsy, dyspraxia, dyslexia, disorders of attention, sensory impairment, anxiety, sleep disorder, addiction, anger management, depression, self harm, psychosis, personality disorder, OCD, disordered eating patterns etc. These require assessment and treatment/management by appropriate specialist clinician. Joint working is crucial across specialities with a clear case co-ordinating lead identified. | NHS Ayrshire and Arran provides:
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CONTACT DETAILS FOR AYRSHIRE RESOURCES
Autism Network Scotland
Level 6, Curran Building
The University of Strathclyde
101 St James Road
Glasgow
G4 0NS
Telephone:0141 444 8146
Ayr College
Dam Park
Ayr
KA8 0EU
Telephone: 03003 030303
Ayrshire Athletics Arena
Queen’s Dr
Ayrshire
Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
KA1 3XF
Telephone: 01563 555227
Care & Support North Ayrshire (CareNA)
contact via web form
Carers Trust/Princess Royal Trust
North Ayrshire
174 High Street
Irvine
KA12 8AN
Telephone: 01294 311333
South Ayrshire
43 Sandgate
Ayrshire
KA7 1DA
Telephone: 01292 263000
Doonfoot Primary School
Abbott’s Way
Ayr
KA7 4HJ
Telephone: 01292 612702
Dreghorn Primary School
Dundonald Rd
Dreghorn
Irvine
KA11 4AP
Telephone: 01294 211018
East Ayrshire Council
London Road
Kilmarnock
East Ayrshire
KA3 7BU
Telephone: 01563 576000
Jungle Madness (Kilmarnock)
Jungle Madness Limited
46 Beansburn
Kilmarnock
KA3 1RL
Telephone: 01563 534987
Kids Play (Prestwick)
The Esplanade
Prestwick
KA9 1QG
Telephone: 01292 475215
National Autistic Society
South and Central Scotland
Central Chambers, 1st Floor
109 Hope Street
Glasgow G2 6LL
Telephone: 01412 218090
NHS Ayrshire and Arran
Full contact listing here
North Ayrshire Council
Cunninghame House
Irvine
KA12 8EE
Telephone: 01294 310000
One Stop Shop Kilmarnock
Email: Fiona Bain, One Stop Shop Manager or telephone 07767 167 854
Email: Clare Kennedy, Information Officer or telephone 07500 974 323
Scottish Autism
Hilton House
Alloa Business Park
Whins Road
Alloa
FK10 3SA
Telephone: 01259 720044
Scottish Consortium for Learning Disability
6th Floor, Merchant Exchange
20 Bell Street
Glasgow
G1 1LG
Telephone: 0141 559 5720
South Ayrshire Autistic Society
14 Armour Drive
Ayr
KA7 3JX
Telephone: 07539 020799
South Ayrshire Befriending Project (SABP)
4a Citadel Place
Ayr
KA7 1JN
Telephone: 01292 264000
South Ayrshire Council
67 Kyle Street
Ayr
KA7 1RS
Telephone: 01292 268119
The Corner Dental Practice
1 Portland Road
Kilmarnock
KA1 2BT
Telephone: 01563 523053
West College Scotland
Telephone: 01475 724433
contact via email
Wrong Planet
(online resource)