Free sessions for parents and carers of children with autism, ADHD or other neurodivergent conditions at Alt Community Centre
19/10/2026
Parents and carers of children with autism, ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions can access free support sessions at Alt Community Centre from next month.
We have partnered with local community organisation Calm Ahead to deliver three Youth Connect 5 courses between November and March.
The NHS, Oldham Council and other partners have funded the programme, while we are providing the use of Alt Community Centre free of charge.
The courses will give parents and carers a better understanding of neurodiversity, offer emotional wellbeing support, share practical strategies to help children and provide opportunities to connect with others facing similar challenges.
“FCHO is pleased to use this community space and its strong partnerships to deliver this specialist support in our communities that will help residents and our customers,” said FCHO Project and Partnerships Officer Ghazalla Iqbal.
“This is help close to home that we hope will remove barriers to support and crucially improve the lives of children, young people and their carers.”
Director of Calm Ahead CIC Jenny Eastwood added: “ Calm Ahead is grateful to have received the funding to deliver this course. We understand the challenges many parents experience and have seen the positive impact this support can have on families."
Course information:
- Course one: Mondays, 2 November to 30 November, 10.30am to 12.30pm at Alt Community Centre, Cherry Avenue.
- Course two: Online on Thursdays, 14 January to 11 February, 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
- Course three: Tuesdays, 23 February to 23 March, 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Alt Community Centre.