SIGNAL aims to improve the quality of the lives of our members and the local autism community
Mutual support
We are a mutual support group for the families of autistic children and young people (ages 0-25) living in the London borough of Lewisham.
Established in 1993 by a small group of parents, from the original half dozen families we are now over 700.
We provide access to inclusive activities such as trampolining and swimming and trips for families to socialise in a non-judgemental environment
Our mission
Our parents and carers benefit from meetings and workshops on all aspects of autism, plus a private Facebook group which is welcoming and supportive.
We provide opportunities for parents to socialise and share their experiences of local resources so that families are able to navigate through the complex education and health systems in order to get the best for their child and young person.
We have regular meetings and workshops with speakers who are invited to come to talk to SIGNAL members about relevant topics. We aim to invite speakers who are themselves autistic wherever that is possible.
How we work
Covid-19
Over the period of the covid-19 pandemic we had to adapt how we work, putting most of our activity online.
We found that this has actually made some of our activities more accessible to members and we continue to deliver some activities online now we are able to meet in person again.
We also secured funding for heavily subsidised counselling, delivered by the Deborah Ubee Trust
Black Lives Matter
As a response to the Black Lives Matter movement becoming more prominent, SIGNAL trustees have taken some time to reflect on how the charity can better support black families in our community. We are currently considering the best way forward and will keep you updated.
Get in touch
If you’d like to chat to someone before attending an event, or to find out more about joining, please get in touch:
