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Clare joined the Thriving Communities Carers Week Event at Riverside Sports Arena to represent NEST, offering advice and resources for carers and families. Discover how the day unfolded and why community connection matters more than ever.

What Is Stimming? 🤲 From hand flapping to fidget toys, stimming is a natural and often essential part of many neurodivergent lives. In this blog, we explore what stimming really means — and why understanding it matters.

This Carers Week, we're shining a light on the quiet heroes among us. 💙 Whether you're a young carer, a parent, or a friend—your care matters. You are seen, you are valued, and you are not alone.

💬 Tourette’s: More Than Tics There’s more to Tourette’s than swearing or shouting. This blog busts common myths, shares key facts, and helps build a better understanding of what Tourette’s really looks like.

🎨 Looking for a calm, creative space that supports neurodivergent young people? The Little Art School is offering a free ASN Friendly Art Class this week — a gentle, inclusive session designed to help young artists thrive. 🌈🖌️

💜 Join the celebration! South Ayrshire’s Annual Carers Event is back — a day filled with connection, live music, food, and recognition for the amazing carers in our community. Find out more in our latest blog.

This Pride Month, we're celebrating the beautiful intersection of neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ identity. 🌈💙 Explore how we can create safer, more inclusive spaces for all voices to be heard and valued.

🎉 Carers Week is coming to South Ayrshire! From free leisure access to live music and a carers disco — it’s a full week of celebration, connection, and appreciation for unpaid carers 💜 Find out what’s on and how to get involved.

Parenting a neurodivergent child comes with unique challenges—and you don’t have to face them alone. 🌍💙 This Global Day of Parents, we’re celebrating your strength and sharing resources to support you every step of the way.

It’s okay if your child gets sounds wrong. This month’s SLT tip is about modelling speech gently — and why it’s more helpful to repeat the word than to correct it.

🧠💬 Discover how Ayr Hospital is becoming more communication friendly! These free info sessions are designed to support families, carers, and neurodivergent individuals. Find out what’s changing and how it can help your loved ones feel more comfortable in A&E.

We’re lacing up in teal and standing with the Tourette community! 💙💡 Join us as we raise awareness, challenge myths, and celebrate the voices and experiences of those living with Tourette Syndrome.