⏳ Why does someone need a bit more time to respond? For many neurodivergent people, processing time isn’t a delay — it’s a different way of thinking. In our latest blog, we explore what processing time really means, why it matters, and how to support it with patience and understanding. 💙

🎶 Music can calm, energise, focus, and express — especially for neurodivergent minds. This World Music Day, we’re celebrating the powerful connection between music and the neurodivergent brain. 💜

Discover how South Ayrshire is promoting accessibility and inclusion with the installation of over 20 Communication Boards in public spaces. Learn more about this fantastic initiative and its impact on the community.

🗣️ Creating communication-friendly spaces across South Ayrshire! Discover how SACFE is helping community settings become more inclusive for everyone — with visual supports, staff training, and accredited environments that support connection and understanding.

🎈 Does your child use AAC? Don’t miss this free family fun day on Saturday 4th October in Cumbernauld—packed with games, tech demos, and inclusive fun for ages 3–16! (Shared by NEST Ayrshire – not the organiser)

🧠💬 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.

🫧 This month’s top tip: bubbles! Discover how this simple activity can help build your child’s early language skills — one “pop” at a time. 💬

East Ayrshire’s parks just got more inclusive! 🌈 Discover how new communication boards are helping children of all abilities connect, play, and thrive together. 💬🛝

Worried about your child’s speech or communication? This free NHS helpline offers friendly, expert advice across Ayrshire—no referral needed! 📞🗣️

🗣️ Friday 18th October 2024 is World DLD Awareness Day — a chance to raise awareness of Developmental Language Disorder, a hidden condition that affects 2 children in every classroom. Learn what DLD is, how it impacts daily life, and why early support makes all the difference.

💬 Do you live in East Ayrshire and care for a child with Autism or social communication differences? Local Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy teams are offering monthly virtual drop-ins to support parents and carers. (Please note: This is not a NEST-run event — we’re just helping to spread the word.)

nspired by one family’s story, North Ayrshire’s parks are becoming more inclusive! 💬🛝 Find out how new communication boards are helping children of all abilities connect and play together.