Meet the team making South Ayrshire’s community spaces easier to navigate, more welcoming and communication‑inclusive for everyone. From cafés to A&E, discover how simple changes make a big difference. 💬✨

Learn what NEST offers in this short welcome video from Programme Lead David Campbell, explaining how the service supports neurodivergent people and families across Ayrshire.

Join us for our upcoming Introduction to Autism workshop in Troon, offering practical information and advice for parents, carers, professionals and neurodivergent individuals. Booking is required spaces are limited.

Supporting your autistic child’s communication can open the door to stronger connection and confidence. Our upcoming NEST workshop offers practical guidance, expert insights, and tools you can start using right away — but spaces are nearly full. Don’t miss your chance to join us.

Join Spectrum Collective this Wednesday! A welcoming space for neurodivergent people to connect, relax, and be themselves in Ayr.

Clare attended the ASN Family Forum last night, connecting with families and professionals to strengthen support for children and young people with additional needs. Here’s what she had to say…

Last week, NEST joined partners at Prestwick Airport’s Accessibility Forum to share ideas and feedback on making travel more inclusive. From improved signage to staff training, find out what’s changing — and how you can help shape a more accessible South Ayrshire.

🎬 Relaxed Screening in Brodick – A Cinema Experience for Everyone. Looking for a gentle, inclusive way to enjoy film? Join us on Sunday 26 October at 2pm at Ormidale Park for a relaxed screening with Screen Machine. Perfect for autistic people, neurodivergent individuals and anyone who prefers a softer cinema setting. Book your tickets today and be part of something special 💙

⚽ ASN Friendly Football offers a welcoming space for all abilities to enjoy the game, make friends, and feel part of the community. Find out more in our latest blog post!

Your voice matters. Join the conversation on creating a safe space for neurodiverse voices in South Ayrshire.

Behind every NEST workshop, resource, and project is a dedicated team working to empower Ayrshire’s neurodiverse communities. In this post, we’re introducing the friendly faces who make NEST possible.

🌊 This August, NEST is heading to the Isle of Arran with a series of free workshops – and a special session just for professionals. From understanding neurodiversity to practical tips for supporting Autism and ADHD, there’s something for everyone. Spaces are free but limited – book your place today!

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.

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.

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.

💜 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.

🎉 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.

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. 💙

🌟 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!