Think we only have five senses? Think again! 🧠🌈 Discover the eight sensory systems and how understanding them can help us better support neurodivergent individuals in feeling safe, calm, and connected.

It’s National Smile Month! At NEST, we’re celebrating every smile — especially those that come with unique needs. Explore sensory-friendly tips for oral care. 💛

The Phase 3 Summary Report is here! Over 20 families in North Ayrshire shared their voices to help shape better support for children with neurodevelopmental differences. 🧠💬

Come say hello at the Community Awareness Event on Friday 30 May at CentreStage! Enjoy a cuppa, meet local services, and find out what support is available in Ayrshire. ☕

Today is World Meditation Day — a perfect moment to pause, breathe, and explore calming practices that work for every kind of brain and body. 💛

💙 Applications now open! Take a Break Scotland offers grants for families of disabled or seriously ill children to enjoy a short break. Apply now at takeabreakscotland.org.uk.

ASN Sessions at Party Palz are back and better than ever! Join us every Friday evening for inclusive fun designed especially for neurodivergent children and young people. 💜

👩‍👧‍👦 Free Teen Life Programme this June! A six-session course for parents and carers of autistic young people aged 10–16. Spaces are limited — book now via autismsupportayrshire@nas.org.uk.

It’s Foster Care Fortnight! We’re celebrating the carers who open their hearts and homes to children in need — especially those supporting neurodivergent young people. 💛

🧒🏽👧🏼 Children are one fifth of our population — but all of our future. This National Children’s Day, let’s honour their voices and build a world where every child can shine. 💛

We’re attending the ASN Family Forum on 21 May at Ayr Town Hall! Come connect with 25+ organisations offering support for families across South Ayrshire. 💙

🧠💬 Accessibility isn’t just ramps and captions — it’s how we honour every brain and every body. This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, let’s design with difference in mind. 🌍

📘 Our Introduction to Neurodiversity workshop is now fully booked! Learn more about the session and join the waitlist to explore inclusive support strategies. 🌈🧠

🧠✨ Mental health and neurodiversity are more connected than you think. Let’s talk about how our brains work — and how we feel. Because both matter. 💬🌱

🌿 This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re celebrating the power of community. A kind word or listening ear can make all the difference. You are not alone. 💬💙

🌟 Project SEARCH (Culzean) is open for applications! A fantastic opportunity for young people with additional support needs to gain real-world work experience. Starts August 2025 — apply now!

✨ Meet Celine! Neurodivergent, passionate, and full of heart — she’s leading the way in East Ayrshire with NEST. 🐢💬

🧠 Curious about sensory processing? Join our free workshop on 13th May in Alloway to learn how to support your child’s sensory needs. RSVP now — spaces are limited!

Infographic on executive functioning highlights working memory, task initiative, time management, impulse control, planning, flexibility, persistence.

📣 Radio City School is hosting an Open Evening on 27th May in Kilbirnie! Come along to meet the team and explore the school. RSVP to Aspris Scotland. 🏫