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🎥 Meet Claire — an Ayrshire resident proudly sharing her experience of being neurodivergent. In this heartfelt video, Claire reflects on the daily challenges and unique strengths that shape her life. A powerful reminder of why every voice matters during Neurodiversity Celebration Week. 💙

As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we’re sharing powerful personal stories that honour the voices of our local neurodivergent community. In this touching video, Conall shares why he’s so proud of his wife Celine — her strength, her journey, and the impact she’s had on others. 💙

🌟 We’re proud to support Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 — a global movement that challenges stereotypes and celebrates the strengths of neurodivergent people. Join us in shifting the conversation from awareness to acceptance, and from stigma to celebration. 💙

📣 New date added! We’re holding an extra family engagement session in Largs on Tuesday 12th March to hear from parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people in North Ayrshire. Come along, share your views, and help shape future support services.

Looking for connection, laughter, and real talk about ADHD? Join Procrastination Station for a relaxed meet-up in Glasgow on Saturday 9th March. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have lived with ADHD for years, everyone’s welcome. (Please note: NEST is not running this event — we’re just sharing it!)

🥄 Ever heard of Pica? It’s a feeding disorder where someone eats non-food items like chalk, paper, or soap — and it’s more common than you might think. In this blog, we explore what Pica is, why it happens, and how to offer safe, supportive help without judgement. 🔍 Meta Description (for SEO/blog settings): 🥄 Ever heard of Pica? It’s a feeding disorder where someone eats non-food items like chalk, paper, or soap — and it’s more common than you might think. In this blog, w

🧠 Ever wonder why some tasks feel harder than others — like getting started, staying focused, or keeping organised? That’s executive functioning at play. In this post, we break down what it is, why it matters (especially for neurodivergent people), and how we can offer meaningful support.

💬 Live in North Ayrshire and support a neurodivergent child or young person? We’re inviting parents and carers to join one of our local focus groups to help shape future services and supports. Your experiences can help us build a better path forward — one voice at a time. 💙

💙 Stimming is more than a coping strategy — it’s communication, expression, and identity. In this post, we explore why stimming matters and how we can better support neurodivergent people by embracing, not correcting, the ways they express themselves. Let’s create a world where every stim is seen, heard, and respected.

DCD (previously known as Dyspraxia) affects coordination, balance, and movement—but with the right support, individuals can thrive. 🏃‍♂️ Learn the signs and find helpful resources in our Learn Zone.

Change can be tough—but support makes all the difference. 🔄💙 Learn why transitions can be challenging for neurodivergent individuals and how to help in our free workshop, “Coping With Change.”

Some emotions are hard to name—and even harder to explain. 💬 Learn what alexithymia is, how it affects emotional understanding, and why recognising it can lead to better support.