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Chat MAIN – online support for our Neurodiverse Community

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🎙️ You may have heard us on Hits Radio recently…

We’ve been chatting about the importance of connection, understanding, and community for autistic and neurodiverse adults, and that conversation has inspired something new at MAIN 💛

✨ Something supportive.
✨ Something welcoming.
✨ Something online.

We know adulthood can feel isolating, especially when you’re autistic or neurodivergent. That’s why our team has been quietly working behind the scenes on a new space where adults can connect, share experiences, and simply be themselves, with no pressure and no expectations.

💬 A calm, friendly online group
🤝 A place to meet others who understand
🏠 Join from the comfort of home

Thank you to Hits Radio for helping us raise awareness✨

Thank you to Katherine and Helen for supporting Chat MAIN 

Please follow the link on our website, or to ask a question or find out more email – info@iammain.org.uk; 

#TogetherRaisingSmiles #Autism #Neurodivergent #AdultSupport #Community #MentalHealth #ADHDSupport #LearningDisability #ComplexNeeds #SENSupport #Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Thank You, Zetland FM and all the lovely listeners!

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We want to say a very big thank you to Dave from Zetland FM for so generously giving us airtime to promote our fundraising efforts for the Quiet Room.

Your support truly means the world to us.

Play the audio interview full clip:

We’re raising funds as part of a project very close to our hearts at MAIN, a local charity that supports children, young people, and adults who are autistic, neurodiverse, on the pathway, have a learning disability and or complex needs. Some of the amazing children we work with experience behaviours that can be challenging at times, often as a result of sensory overload, anxiety, or difficulties in processing the world around them.

That’s why we are working hard to create a Quiet Room, a safe, calming, and therapeutic space where our young people can retreat when things become overwhelming. The room has been carefully designed with soft lighting, sensory tools, and comforting furnishings to help reduce anxiety and support emotional regulation. It’s not just a room, it’s a sanctuary where children can feel safe, supported, and understood.

Having a platform like Zetland FM to raise awareness of this vital project helps us connect with more people in our community who may wish to support, donate, or simply learn more about what we do. With every kind word shared and every donation made, we are one step closer to making this vision a reality.

Thank you again, Dave and everyone at Zetland FM, for helping us spread the word. Together, we are building something truly meaningful for the children who need it most.

#Togetherraisingsmiles

Read more about MAIN’s mission to raise funds for the new Quiet Room

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MAIN’s talk on radio – Welfare Reform

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MAIN’s talk on radio – Welfare Reform

Yesterday, our CEO, Heather, was honoured to speak with Hits Radio about the Welfare Reform and its potential impact on our neurodiverse community. As a Charity, we are deeply concerned about how these changes could affect individuals, especially when a one-size-fits-all approach may not be the best solution. We believe in tailoring reforms to better meet the needs of each person.

We urge decision-makers to explore different ways to bring about positive change—whether it’s creating easier pathways into work, offering volunteering opportunities, or equipping employers with the tools and knowledge they need to support the neurodiverse community. Simple adjustments in the workplace can make a world of difference, allowing individuals to thrive in an environment that understands their needs.

If you’re feeling uncertain or overwhelmed by these changes and how they might affect you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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MAIN’s talk on radio – Halloween and Bonfire Night

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Supporting the Neurodiverse Community During Holiday Occasion

Now that Halloween and Bonfire Night have passed, we believe it’s still important to share our recent radio session on how to support the neurodiverse community during these festive times.

In the session, we discuss various strategies and tips to ensure that everyone can enjoy these celebrations comfortably and safely. Whether it’s through creating sensory-friendly environments or understanding the unique needs of neurodiverse individuals, there are many ways we can all contribute to a more inclusive community.

We invite you to listen to the full discussion

If you need more information please email us