Peter Pan - relaxed performance
Special performance for disabled children and young people
The New Theatre are holding a one-off show that is adjusted to suit the needs of children and young people with sensory needs, ASD and learning disabilities.

Special performance for disabled children and young people
The New Theatre are holding a one-off show that is adjusted to suit the needs of children and young people with sensory needs, ASD and learning disabilities.

Over 100 watch the Awards
Our annual Understanding Disability Awards ceremony was held on Tuesday the 7th November.
Over 100 people came to watch many unsung heroes receive an award in recognition of their efforts.
Visit a local Mosque, meet and learn about the faith
Now in its 3rd year Visit My Mosque, a national campaign has grown from strength to strength. This year we have over 150 mosques open across the country, with 10 Welsh mosques participating we welcome you to support the event by popping in to your local mosque this Sunday 5th February.
Latest details on things to do this summer
Cardiff Council have planned lots of events for families in South Cardiff this summer

Paving the way - practical help for challenging times!
A new online resource has been launched that offers a range of practical and useful tips and advice on helping your child if they display behaviour that challenges. Click here to find out more
ADHD event dispels myths and updates parents on latest developments
On 24th February 2016 Cardiff and the Vale Parents Federation held an information event that aimed to dispel many myths surrounding the condition.
What are Direct Payments?
Direct Payments are cash payments to an individual from a local authority that are an alternative to directly arranged community care services.
Rather than the local authority social services department providing or arranging the community care services it has assessed you as needing, you receive money to enable you to arrange your own services, allowing you more choice and control over the way your care and support needs are met.
For more information look here
The Welsh Sports Association for people with learning disabilities is a voluntary association that provides both children and adults the opportunity to compete, with their peers, in swimming and athletics events ( twice a year). Regrettably their treasurer unexpectedly passed away and as a small voluntary group they urgently need a new treasurer. If there is anyone who may be able to help them, they would be very grateful.To find out more about their association please visit the website at www.wsapld.org.uk or contact the Parents Federation on 029 2056 5917.
Ticket offers at the Welsh Millennium Centre
Disability Arts Cymru, Making Minds and the Community teams at the Centre are delighted to offer tickets for the
Weston Studio Programme of Wales’ Mental Health Arts Festival’s for an amazing £5 for each Double-Bill.
Check below for details
Interview on Wales today - well worth a listen!
Today (27th October) our chair, Phil Harding participated in a BBC Radio Wales programme. He gives a parents perspective we feel sure you will all agree with
You can listen to it here
Things to do over half term
Half term is looming. If you live in or near Butetown, Riverside or Grangetown check these activities out
Free advice- make your money go further
Special concert for people with autism
This year's Penarth Chamber Music Festival includes a special concert on 17th of July in a supportive environment for people with autism and similar conditions.
This concert is a unique opportunity for people to access music of the very highest quality in an environment that is sympathetic to and supportive to their needs.
Check out the range of options on offer
It is never too early to plan for transition and having an awareness of the opportunities available helps you to make the best choices.
Consensus offer a range of opportunities across the UK- have a look for yourself here !
Do you know someone that deserves recognition?
Why not nominate them for the Understanding Disability Awards 2016?
New legislation will impact on all families

The Welsh Government have introduced this act that comes into force on the 1st April 2016, it aims to give families and disabled people more choice in how they are supported.