MyOTAS (My Own Time And Space)

MyOTAS is dedicated to improving the lives of Neurodivergent children and young people, including those with Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, and Sensory Processing Disorder, as well as their families. We offer a range of activities and support services tailored to their specific needs, creating a non-judgmental and low-pressure environment. Our activities include small group inclusive events such as Mindful Crafts, Woodland Warriors, Yoga, and Inclusion Football, providing a safe and supportive space for children to engage and have fun. Additionally, we provide family support through support groups, training events, 1:1 support, and by raising awareness of neurodiversity within the wider community. Our impact in 2024 included delivering 1,251 places at activities for children and young people, and hosting 36 face-to-face parent support groups and 9 training events, among other achievements.

The feedback we receive from the families we support is overwhelmingly positive, with comments such as "A non-judgmental and supportive group" and "It's the one thing I look forward to all week." Parents and carers appreciate the depth and quality of our resources, and the sense of community and understanding they find within our support groups. 

Our work has also led to the distribution of 14,000 copies of the 'Supporting Your Neurodivergent Child' book, which we co-wrote with STRM and Essex Family Forum, further extending our impact and reach within the community. We are committed to continuing our efforts to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment for Neurodivergent children and young people, and to offer valuable support to their families.

MyOTAS are delighted to be running Gentle Movement and Relaxation sessions for parent carers&nbsp; Join us for a 1 hour session (twice a month) to ease, de-stress and unwind.&nbsp; We know that parenting a child with additional needs can be stressful and that it is hard to make time for yourself.&nbsp; Louise who will be leading the session, currently runs our successful Mother and Daughter Yoga sessions.&nbsp;The gentle movement in the class will help to reset your parasympathetic nervous system, which is important in a stressful world and will leave you feeling calm.&nbsp; All equipment will be provided, just wear something comfortable. Please contact us, via email: info@myotas.org if you have any questions. Please add our email address to your contacts, to avoid our reply going into your spam/junk folder. Safeguarding and Social MediaPlease do not take any photos during the sessions.

Gentle Relaxation Sessions for Parent Carers of Neurodivergent Children