SIGNAL Family Support

A mutual support group for families in Lewisham with autistic children

We’re a parent support group for autistic children and their families in the borough of Lewisham, South East London, UK. Established by parents, and run by parents for parents, we’ve been going since 1993. From the original 20 families we have swelled to over 300, and now also include some schools and professionals as members too. It’s a vibrant community here at SIGNAL We work hard to try and improve the quality of the lives of our autistic children – educationally, socially and emotionally.

We also offer regular newsletters, ebulletins, specialist talks and an autism-related library. We run children's swimming & trampolining classes, family day trips, social events, a book club, and girls' group plus an active Facebook group for parents.

Why the community needs us
We lobby for better services & have strong partnership links with health, education and social services networks in Lewisham. Working closely with schools and organisations such as sports groups and theatres, we are raising awareness of autism through training to improve knowledge and understanding of the condition. We also consult for local government on ASC children's service design and engage with research bodies to further the understanding of autism.

Our impact on the community
A more supported, integrated and empowered community of parents who can better help their autistic children. Shortlisted for Community Business of the Year 2010. Awarded 100% Green Light for governance and practice by Lewisham council under the Traffic Light accreditation system, in 2011.

Volunteers needed

We are always looking for local Lewisham volunteers to help with our many projects. For more information, contact us on 07946 632477 or admin@signalfamilysupport.org

What your gift could provide

£10

Buys an autism-specific book for our specialist library

£30

Rent for a monthly family support meeting with specialist speaker

£100

Pays for printing and postage for one issue of our regular newsletter

Fundraise for us!