Neuro Nurture Talks

Session Details

Join us for practical ideas, fresh perspectives and conversation with people who get it. Each talk explores a different topic, with space to ask questions or simply listen. There’s no pressure to share. Selected Wednesdays, 10am–12.30pm CAST, 3 Penrose Road, Helston, TR13 8TP UPCOMING TALKS 28 October 2026 · Hidden Sensory Differences Dr Joanna Grace will explore sensory differences that can be easy to miss, sometimes even for the person experiencing them. Joanna is an autistic researcher, author and founder of The Sensory Projects. www.thesensoryprojects.co.uk 25 November 2026 · Non-Verbal Communication Caroline Colman (Telepathy Tapes) will share her personal experience of finding ways to communicate and connect with her non-speaking autistic son beyond spoken words. 27 January 2027 · Essential Oil Support Clare Savage is a reflexologist and aromatherapist, and part of a neurodiverse family. She’ll share gentle, practical ways essential oils can be used as a supportive tool in family life, without adding another thing to an already busy day. www.clare-savage.com 24 February 2027 · Barriers to Mental Health Dr Joanna Grace will explore barriers neurodivergent people may face when seeking mental health support, and how understanding those barriers can help us advocate for ourselves and our loved ones. *Content note: This talk will mention self-harm, disordered eating and suicide.* 24 March 2027 · PDA Parenting Tigger Pritchard is an autistic and PDA advocate, consultant and trainer. Tigger brings lived experience and more than 37 years of experience working alongside neurodivergent people to this talk about understanding and supporting children with a PDA profile. www.tiggerpritchard.com 28 April 2027 · Neurodivergent and Not in School Dr Joanna Grace will look at why school attendance can be difficult for neurodivergent children. She’ll explore wider patterns and pressures to help parents and carers better understand what may be happening and advocate for their children. GOOD TO KNOW Children: These talks are for parents and carers, and unfortunately we can’t accommodate children at the sessions. There’s a café at CAST, a paid car park right next door, and free on-street parking in nearby streets. If you have any access needs or would like to talk through what would help you attend, email hello@nilu-cic.org.